| FTE: | 1.0 FTE (School Year Position) |
JOB SUMMARY:
Uses knowledge, education and experience to provide professional expertise to assess, plan, develop, and execute individual learning programs and experiences to help each student reach their full potential.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assesses students’ functional capabilities and/or classroom environment for the purpose of determining students’ functional level and developing recommendations and/or curriculum access.
- Assesses students' gross motor and development skills (e.g. perceptual-motor, motor coordination, sensorydevelopment, muscle strength, etc.) for determining their deficits and developing recommendations.
- Communicates with students, parents, teachers and/or other personnel for evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts.
- Coordinates with the IEP team to determine appropriate treatments and to meet the needs of specific students and attend IEP Team Meetings.
- Compiles evaluation results into a comprehensive written report which reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment and identifies need for physical therapy services.
- Provides recommendations for student placement in their least restrictive environment.
- Screens students for determining the need for further individualized assessment.
- Prepare sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student's assessed needs, as determined by the IEP team with goals and objectives.
- Arranges for and coordinates off-campus learning experiences for students, as appropriate, and when necessary, accompanies students engaged in off-campus activities.
- Strives to maintain and improve professional competence in self and other staff.
- Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
- Assists with in-service training of school personnel.
- Keeps abreast of new developments in the field.
- Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, and in self-selected professional growth activities.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by Administration.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Valid Physical Therapy License from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
- Valid Physical Therapy License from the WI Department of Safety and Professional Services.
- Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Experience working as a Physical Therapist.
- Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: - Capable on a continuous basis of standing, sitting, reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, twisting; repetitive movement of both hands and feet; seeing with both near and far visual acuity and to hear.
- Capable on a frequent basis of walking and moving, climbing stairs, lifting from floor to waist (up to #50), waist to shoulders (up to #25).
- Capable on an occasional basis of pushing; pulling; lifting from shoulders to overhead (up to #25).
REPORTS TO:
Building Principal / Director of Student Services
About the School District of Ashland: Located on the shores of Lake Superior, the School District of Ashland proudly includes the Bad River Band of the Lake Superior Tribe of Chippewa Indians and the Marengo Valley, as well as the City of Ashland and the towns of Eileen, Gingles, Kelly, Keystone, Pilsen, Sanborn and White River. Known for its natural beauty, Ashland is a wonderful place to live. The region offers an amazing array of recreational opportunities, from hiking the Chequamegon National Forest to fishing the Chequamegon Bay of Lake Superior, along with cross country skiing, boating and snowmobiling. Ashland truly has something for everyone. With the wide-variety of offerings available to students, the same can be said of the School District of Ashland. Built on the tradition of hard work and grit, a strong sense of “Oredocker Pride” is reflected in the school district community. Students are provided outstanding opportunities and feel a sense of pride for the community’s rich diversity of people, ideas, interests and passions.
Application Procedure: To apply, please complete an online application @ http://www.ashland.k12.wi.us/ - Employment. In addition to an online application, please upload a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, transcripts and licensure.
Thank you for your interest in employment with the School District of Ashland!
The School District of Ashland does not discriminate in employment decisions based on age, race, creed, religion, color, disability, handicap, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, or membership in the National Guard or military forces of the United States, or other protected group status.