4th Grade School Physical Therapist | Brockton, Massachusetts

Company: Bilingual Therapies
Location: Brockton
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Degree in Physical Therapy, active Physical Therapist license and 1 year of Physical Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. A school-based Physical Therapist position is available to support a 4th grade student in an elementary school setting located in Cambridge, MA. This contract role offers an opportunity to work closely with one student to achieve targeted physical therapy goals through weekly sessions. Location: Cambridge, MA Position Type: Contract (CSY) Schedule: 1 hour per week, flexible between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM Student Details: Age: 9 years old Grade: 4th grade Key Responsibilities: Implement individualized physical therapy sessions aimed at maintaining a reciprocal stair pattern during multitasking without verbal cues. Support endurance improvement through walking exercises, targeting at least 480 meters on the 6-Minute Walk Test. Facilitate balance training by guiding the student through modified tandem walks for 15 feet, achieving success in 3 out of 4 trials. Enhance strength and balance with jumping activities involving two-foot takeoffs and landings covering more than 3 feet. Monitor student progress, adjusting therapy techniques as necessary to meet outlined goals. Collaborate with educational staff to integrate therapy objectives within the school environment. Qualifications and Desired Experience: Licensed Physical Therapist with experience in pediatric and school-based therapy. Strong skills in designing and implementing individualized treatment plans. Ability to work independently and flexibly within the school schedule. Familiarity with endurance, balance, and strength activities for children is preferred. Benefits: Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a student's physical development. Supportive school environment promoting student-centered care. Potential to extend contract into the next school year based on performance and need. This role is set to start in late March or April and continues through the remainder of the school year, with a strong possibility of continuation. Qualified candidates interested in this specialized physical therapy opportunity are encouraged to apply promptly.

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