Pediatric Physical Therapist or PTA
2 months ago
Watertown
Job Description Position Type: Part-Time, Full-Time or Contract-Based Start Date: Flexible About The Treehouse: The Treehouse Child Care Center is a vibrant, child-centered program dedicated to nurturing the social, emotional, physical, and academic development of young children. We strive to provide a warm, inclusive, and high-quality learning environment where all children feel known, valued, and loved. Our team is committed to partnering with families and building strong relationships that support lifelong learning. Position Summary: The Pediatric Physical Therapist will provide therapy services to preschool-aged children (3–5 years old) with a range of physical and developmental needs. Services will be delivered in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with special education staff, related service providers, and families. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct physical therapy assessments and evaluations, • Develop individualized treatment plans in alignment with IEP goals, • Provide direct therapy services in classroom or one-on-one settings, • Collaborate with teachers, aides, and therapists to support integrated goals, • Track progress, maintain documentation, and submit reports as required by CPSE and NYSED, • Participate in team meetings, CPSE reviews, and family consultations, • Provide education and training to staff on movement-based supports and classroom adaptations Qualifications: • NYS Licensure as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, • Experience working with young children (birth–5), particularly in educational or pediatric settings, • Knowledge of CPSE processes, IEP development, and early childhood best practices, • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment, • Excellent communication and organizational skills, • Commitment to inclusive education and child-centered therapy What We Offer: • Supportive and welcoming team culture, • Flexible scheduling, • Competitive pay based on experience and contract arrangement, • Opportunity to make a direct impact on a child’s foundational development, • Professional growth in a values-driven, community-centered program Benefits: • Family-friendly schedule aligned with school-year calendar, • PTO, • 401K, • Health Insurance offered