Physical Therapist

Positive Beginnings Inc. is a special education preschool serving children ages 3–5 at our centers in Flushing and Middle Village, Queens, New York. We provide a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive learning environment designed to meet the unique needs of each child. Through high-quality educational programming and individualized support, we foster developmental growth, encourage learning, and promote each child’s overall well-being. We also partner with families, empowering them with guidance and support throughout their child’s developmental journey. Conveniently located with access to major highways and public transportation, our centers are dedicated to creating a positive, enriching, and welcoming experience for every child and family we serve.Job Summary:The Physical Therapist provides evaluation and treatment to children identified by the school district as a child/student with a disability as outlined in Part 200 Regulation/IDEAThe therapist utilizes principles of growth and development in establishing guidelines for the implementation of the child’s IEP to provide treatment as able.The Physical Therapist provides services in conformance with all regulatory bodies governing this population, school policy and procedure and in compliance with the NYS Physical Therapy Practice ActQualifications:Doctorate's, Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an institution accredited by the APTANew York State License/RegistrationJob Responsibilities:Evaluate children with known or suspected disabilities as pertinent to case assignedParticipate in planning/meeting with the school district, parents and other members of the CPSE and CSEProvide treatment in accordance with the child’s IEPProvide all required documentation within required time frames including daily notes, quarterly progress notes and annual reviewsProvide instruction to families, team members and other support staff consistent with accepted practice standardsInstruct families in the use of prosthetic, hand splint, adaptive equipment or other assistive devicesSubmit all required attendance documentation to administration within the required time framesMaintain effective contact with other team members via weekly scheduled team meetingsInclude the family in planning and treatment of the childObtain NPI #Maintain confidentiality of pertinent student informationPerforms other duties as assigned by the Lead Physical Therapist and Principal