26/27- School-based Physical Therapist (PT) – Twentynine Palms, CA
Start Date: ASAP - June 4th, 2027
Schedule: Monday-Friday, anytime between 7:30am-4:30pm. 8 hours/day, 40 hours per week.
Pay: $54–56/hour, dependent on experience
Location: 100% on-site
Job Type: Full-time, W-2
About the Role:
Inclusive Learning Partners (ILP) is hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) to provide school-based physical therapy services to students in educational settings. The PT will support students with moderate to severe disabilities in accessing their educational environment by improving mobility, strength, posture, motor coordination, and functional independence within the school setting.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school by The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy Licensed by the Physical Therapy Board of California
- California Physical Therapist (PT) License
- School experience is highly preferred
- Familiarity with IEP systems, progress monitoring, and data collection
- Must be willing to undergo a criminal background clearance and Livescan fingerprinting through the California Department of Justice and FBI
- TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Willingness to complete all necessary ILP and state-mandated trainings during onboarding
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with students with significant physical, cognitive, orthopedic, or emotional disabilities
- Skilled in adaptive equipment, gait training, transfers, positioning, and classroom mobility accommodations
- Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary educational teams
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct physical therapy services to students as outlined in their IEPs
- Evaluate and support students’ gross motor skills, mobility, balance, coordination, strength, endurance, and functional access within the school environment
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to support student participation in educational activities
- Collaborate with teachers, aides, nurses, OTs, SLPs, and other related service providers to support student success
- Recommend and support the use of adaptive equipment, positioning devices, mobility supports, and environmental modifications
- Collect data on student performance and progress toward IEP goals
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with school district, state, and federal requirements
- Participate in IEP meetings as needed, providing input regarding motor development, mobility needs, accommodations, and therapy recommendation
Employee Perks and Benefits
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
- Paid Sick Time, PTO & Holidays
- CEU reimbursement
- 401(k)
- Referral bonuses
- Supportive, responsive team
(Benefits eligibility may vary depending on employment status)
Why Work With ILP?
Join the Inclusive Learning Partners team! We are a certified NPA in the state of California. This position requires a commitment to fostering an inclusive educational environment where every student can thrive. If you are passionate about supporting student success through ABA services, we encourage you to apply or email with any questions!
Inclusive Learning Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are dedicated to ensuring reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you require any accommodations during the hiring process, please reach out to [email protected].
ILP will consider qualified candidates with criminal records in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws—including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
www.inclusivelearningpartners.com or follow us on socials @InclusiveLearningPartners.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54.00 - $56.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- School-based: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapy License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Twentynine Palms, CA 92278 (Required)
Work Location: In person
