Physical Therapist (School-Based)

Overview

Meridion Group Inc. is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) for a school-based opportunity with Regional School Unit 57 (RSU 57) in Waterboro, Maine.

The Physical Therapist will provide therapeutic services to students from Pre-K through Grade 5 across multiple elementary school locations. The role focuses on supporting students' mobility, functional independence, motor development, and participation in school activities in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Your impact: By connecting therapy goals to students’ school routines, you help students participate more safely and independently in learning and everyday activities.

Duties

• Provide school-based physical therapy services to students in Pre-K through Grade 5.
• Conduct physical therapy evaluations and assessments to identify students' functional and motor needs.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy goals in accordance with students' IEPs.
• Support students in improving mobility, balance, coordination, strength, and functional independence.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, occupational therapists, school staff, and families.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation of therapy services.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to educational planning and goal development.
• Recommend appropriate adaptive equipment, positioning strategies, and mobility supports when needed.
• Coordinate therapy services across multiple elementary school locations.
• Supervise or collaborate with Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), as applicable.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in the state of Maine.
• Ability to obtain or maintain the required Maine Department of Education Criminal History Record Check (CHRC).
• Experience working with school-aged children preferred.
• Knowledge of pediatric physical therapy, school-based interventions, and IEP requirements.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, and multidisciplinary school teams.

Position Details

• Job Type: Contract - Temporary
• Schedule: Full-Time
• Work Location: On-site, across multiple elementary schools
• Student Population: Pre-K–Grade 5
• District Address: 86 West Road, Waterboro, ME 04087

Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Referral program
• Travel reimbursement

Experience:

• Working with school-aged children: 1 year (Required)
• Pediatric physical therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
• School-based intervention: 1 year (Preferred)
• IEP requirements : 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Physical Therapist license in the state of Maine (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55 - $60