NEISD Employment Bulletin

NORTH EAST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
8961 Tesoro Dr. San Antonio, TX 78217 FAX (210) 804-7288
www.neisd.net

EMPLOYMENT BULLETIN

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST
2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR
SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from four-year college or university or Bachelor's Degree in another field with a Certificate in Physical Therapy
Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program which has been approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy/Education/American Physical Association
Fifth year college or university program certificate
Experience in pediatrics, rehabilitation and multidisciplinary settings is desirable
Licensure from Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
Valid Texas Drivers License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District

MAJOR PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follows the referral process by providing screenings and evaluations, attending necessary Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee Meetings, and obtaining the appropriate medical consent form for provision of physical therapy services
Provides educationally related physical therapy input to the team for the development of Individual Educational Plans (IEP's) for each qualified student
Assures implementation of appropriate physical therapy programs to meet IEP goals
Teaches parents, teachers, assistants and other appropriate individuals to assist in implementing physical therapy programs
Coordinates with teachers and assistants so that appropriate in service education relating to implementation of physical therapy programs, use of proper body mechanics, handling and positioning of students, or other pertinent topics can be addressed
Coordinates with school personnel as necessary to assure provision of an appropriate program for each qualified student
Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of therapy programs using observation, collected data, anecdotal records, and/or pre-post testing
Maintains contact with the students family to coordinate goals, teach and review home programs, and assist with problem solving
Coordinates with outside agencies, vendors , and physicians in order to provide educationally appropriate services for each eligible student
Performs additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

SALARY: $48,200-$59,141 PAY GRADE: A3 WORK SCHEDULE: TEN MONTHS

Interested persons should submit a letter of intent with a resume to: North East ISD Human Resources Department, 8961 Tesoro Dr., Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78217, or fax the information to 210-804-7288. Those who are not district employees must complete a Professional Application online at www.neisd.net before submitting the letter of intent and resume. Only those persons meeting the minimum qualifications will be considered. Not all applicants will be interviewed.

This Position Remains Open Until Filled
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from four-year college or university or Bachelor's Degree in another field with a Certificate in Physical Therapy Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program which has been approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy/Education/American Physical Association Fifth year college or university program certificate Experience in pediatrics, rehabilitation and multidisciplinary settings is desirable Licensure from Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Valid Texas Drivers License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District
MAJOR PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follows the referral process by providing screenings and evaluations, attending necessary Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee Meetings, and obtaining the appropriate medical consent form for provision of physical therapy services Provides educationally related physical therapy input to the team for the development of Individual Educational Plans (IEP's) for each qualified student Assures implementation of appropriate physical therapy programs to meet IEP goals Teaches parents, teachers, assistants and other appropriate individuals to assist in implementing physical therapy programs Coordinates with teachers and assistants so that appropriate in service education relating to implementation of physical therapy programs, use of proper body mechanics, handling and positioning of students, or other pertinent topics can be addressed Coordinates with school personnel as necessary to assure provision of an appropriate program for each qualified student Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of therapy programs using observation, collected data, anecdotal records, and/or pre-post testing Maintains contact with the students family to coordinate goals, teach and review home programs, and assist with problem solving Coordinates with outside agencies, vendors , and physicians in order to provide educationally appropriate services for each eligible student Performs additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

SALARY:	$48,200-$59,141	PAY GRADE:	A3	WORK SCHEDULE:	TEN MONTHS