Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Title: Physical Therapy AssistantLocation: Aztec, New MexicoJob Type: ContractWork Model: 100% OnsiteEmployment Type: Part-TimeSchedule: 30 Hours/Week | 7.5 Hours/Day × 4 Days/WeekMaximum Annual Hours: 1,110 Hours/YearStudent Service Days: 148 Student Contact Days + 5 Administrative DaysContract Duration: 2026–2027 School YearRenewal Option: Up to 3 Additional One-Year RenewalsClient is seeking qualified and experienced Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) professionals to provide special education-related therapy services to students across district schools. The district serves approximately 2,050 students across elementary, middle, and high schools within the Four Corners region of New Mexico. The district is seeking pediatric-focused therapy professionals experienced in working with students with disabilities, IEP-driven therapy services, evaluations, parent collaboration, and school-based therapy support.The PTA will provide direct therapy services aligned with student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), support evaluations and assessments, participate in IEP meetings, collaborate with staff and parents, and assist with student mobility and therapy goals in compliance with state and federal educational standards.The ideal candidate will possess strong pediatric and school-based therapy experience, excellent collaboration skills, and experience working with children with disabilities within educational settings.Key ResponsibilitiesDirect Student Therapy Services• Provide direct physical therapy services according to student IEP requirements• Coordinate therapy schedules consistent with school calendars and student needs• Assist students in improving mobility, physical functioning, and participation within educational settings• Maintain therapy documentation and student progress recordsEducational Evaluations & Assessments• Participate in educational evaluations and diagnosis support• Assist with: o Instrument administration o Interpretation support o Student evaluations• Support comprehensive written reports and therapy recommendationsIEP & Collaboration Activities• Participate in student IEP meetings• Collaborate with: o Teachers o Related service providers o Administrators o Parents/guardians• Coordinate services for students identified by IEP teams or Student Assistance TeamsConsultation & Training• Provide consultation and training support as requested by district administration• Participate in staff coordination activities• Support therapy-related guidance for school personnel and familiesCompliance & Documentation• Ensure therapy services comply with: o New Mexico Public Education Department standards o District policies o State and federal special education regulations• Maintain active New Mexico licensure throughout contract duration• Provide updated license renewals as requiredMaterials & Equipment• Provide own testing kits, therapy materials, and professional resources required for servicesMust-Have Qualifications• Current New Mexico PTA License• Current New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) Licensure with endorsement• Experience working with: o Children o Pediatric populations o Students with disabilities• Strong understanding of: o IEP processes o School-based therapy services o Educational evaluations• Strong communication and collaboration skills• Ability to pass fingerprinting and criminal background checks prior to assignment• Professional liability insurance required• Ability to work onsite within district schoolsPreferred Qualifications• Prior school-based PTA experience• Pediatric rehabilitation experience• Experience participating in IEP meetings• Experience conducting evaluations and therapy documentation• Prior experience working with public school districts• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary educational teams• Familiarity with New Mexico school special education compliance standardsCore Skills• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)• Pediatric Therapy• School-Based Therapy• IEP Support• Student Mobility Therapy• Educational Evaluations• Therapy Documentation• Parent & Staff Collaboration• Special Education Services• Pediatric Rehabilitation• Student Assessments• Multidisciplinary Coordination• School Healthcare Services• New Mexico PED ComplianceRecruiter Submission Template –Full Name: PTA Degree / Program (Institution & Completion Year): Current New Mexico PTA License Number & Expiration Date: New Mexico PED Licensure Status & Endorsement Details: Any additional pediatric/school therapy certifications?: Total Years of PTA Experience: Total Years of Pediatric Therapy Experience: Total Years of School-Based Therapy Experience: Experience working with children with disabilities? (Yes/No – Details): Experience supporting student IEP goals? (Yes/No – Details): Experience participating in IEP meetings? (Yes/No – Details): Experience with educational evaluations and assessments? (Yes/No – Details): Experience preparing therapy documentation and reports? (Yes/No – Details): Experience collaborating with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams? (Yes/No – Details): Experience providing consultation/training in school environments? (Yes/No – Details): Experience working with public school districts? (Yes/No – Details): Experience with pediatric rehabilitation or mobility therapy? (Yes/No – Details): Able to complete fingerprinting and criminal background check? (Yes/No): Professional Liability Insurance Available? (Yes/No): Any disciplinary action on license? (Yes/No): Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local): Motivation / Reason for interest in this position: Contact Number: Email ID: LinkedIn Profile URL: Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip Code): Notice Period (in weeks): Current Work Authorization Status: Expected Hourly Rates on W2: Are you able to relocate on your own expenses and work onsite at Aztec, New Mexico?