School Physical Therapist Assistant at Palm Springs Unified School District
Application Deadline
6/30/2026 3:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/4/2026
Contact
Nicole Scagni
760-883-2715
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$28.38 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
8 Hours, School Year
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Special Education Services
Physical Requirements
Ability to frequently lift 40-50 lbs., as well as frequent bending and reaching.
About the Employer
Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District.
Lifelong Learning Starts Here!
The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and several headstart/state preschools. In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE), athletics, advanced placement, Title I, GATE, and many other services.
It is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees, we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and District’s achievement as well. In recruiting for our District, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
We create deep, meaningful learning opportunities, build professionalism, and engage parents and community, to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills, capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in Student Success:
We foster
- A growth mindset
- Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments
- An every-student, every-day mentality
- Highly engaging learning opportunities
- Instruction that is tailored to student needs
- Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potential
Join our PSUSD Team!
Requirements / Qualifications
Please note that applications will not be considered without the following documentation:
(1) Proof of high school graduation (HS Diploma, HS transcripts or GED)
(2) AA degree as Physical Therapist Assistant
(3) Valid Physical Therapy Assistant License issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California
(4) Completion of the TargetSketch Assessment is required and must be completed before application deadline. Target Sketch is available through your EdJoin account.
Please contact Human Resources at (760) 883-2715 if you have any questions regarding submission of these documents.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please note that applications will not be considered without the following documentation:
(1) Proof of high school graduation (HS Diploma, HS transcripts or GED)
(2) AA degree as Physical Therapist Assistant
(3) Valid Physical Therapy Assistant License issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California
(4) Completion of the TargetSketch Assessment is required and must be completed before application deadline. Target Sketch is available through your EdJoin account.
Please contact Human Resources at (760) 883-2715 if you have any questions regarding submission of these documents.
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Director of Special Education or designee, and under the supervision of a licensed District Physical Therapist, assists in providing direct services to students who qualify for physical therapy services, ages 3 to 22 years; functions as part of a multidisciplinary team providing integrated service to students residing in the Palm Springs Unified School District.
The Physical Therapy Assistant will complete a variety of tasks as prescribed, directed, and supervised by a licensed Physical Therapist such as, but not limited to activities designed to support gross motor, and perceptual motor skills, posture, and movement and use of equipment to access the general curriculum. The Physical Therapy Assistant works with students who qualify for physical therapy as a related service per federal and state guidelines..
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from High School and an associate’s degree and graduation from a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the Commission on accreditation in Physical Therapy; One (1) year of experience providing direct therapy to individuals in need of physical therapy in a clinical or education setting. Additional experience working with children (ages three to twenty-two) is desirable. **Please click on the link above to print/view COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION.**
CPR and First Aid certification are required within 30 days of hire.
Valid Physical Therapy Assistant License issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California is required.
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• Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement
The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits
unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or
perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth,
termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability;
medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or,
association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access
to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).
Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available
from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer
Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026
ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator
Laura Meusel, Executive Director, Student Support Services
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102
ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff
Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264
Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Director of Special Education or designee, and under the supervision of a licensed District Physical Therapist, assists in providing direct services to students who qualify for physical therapy services, ages 3 to 22 years; functions as part of a multidisciplinary team providing integrated service to students residing in the Palm Springs Unified School District.
The Physical Therapy Assistant will complete a variety of tasks as prescribed, directed, and supervised by a licensed Physical Therapist such as, but not limited to activities designed to support gross motor, and perceptual motor skills, posture, and movement and use of equipment to access the general curriculum. The Physical Therapy Assistant works with students who qualify for physical therapy as a related service per federal and state guidelines..
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from High School and an associate’s degree and graduation from a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the Commission on accreditation in Physical Therapy; One (1) year of experience providing direct therapy to individuals in need of physical therapy in a clinical or education setting. Additional experience working with children (ages three to twenty-two) is desirable. **Please click on the link above to print/view COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION.**
CPR and First Aid certification are required within 30 days of hire.
Valid Physical Therapy Assistant License issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California is required.
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• Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement
The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits
unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or
perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth,
termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability;
medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or,
association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access
to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).
Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available
from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer
Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026
ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator
Laura Meusel, Executive Director, Student Support Services
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102
ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff
Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264
Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination
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