Job Summary    

Under general direction, implements programs developed by the Physical Therapist in compliance with local, state & federal regulations, Individual Education Plan (IEP), Evaluation Team Reports (ETR), and/or 504 plans. Assists with the improvement of gross motor activities, balance skills, strengthening, bilateral coordination skills and functional mobility needed for the student to fully engage in educational activities.

Primary Duties                 

· Collects data on students' physical abilities including navigation of school building, functional sitting/positioning in the classroom, safe accessibility of & participation in school activities, personal care activities, etc. Provides assessment results to Physical Therapist for further evaluation

· Participates in IEP, ETR, and/or 504 meetings and provides input into developing measurable, educationally relevant, and minimally restrictive IEP goals and objectives for assigned students

· Consults with Physical Therapist and other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most effective therapy program

· Assists with providing direct Physical therapy treatment services to ESC students in alignment with treatment goals and objectives as specified by the Physical Therapist. Provides school and/or home based therapy services to allow students to access the general education curriculum

· Consults with instructional staff, parents/guardians, care givers, and students to implement the therapy services and discuss student management & equipment/technology usage.Assists with adaptation and/or modifications of environments to facilitate access and participation in educational programs