Physical Therapy Services

2026-11-03

1 . Provide physical therapy to eligible students , consult with teachers and other staff members , serve as a resource to faculty , and participate in the Child Study Team . 2 . Serve as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program for physical therapy services . 3 . Provide a therapeutic program to meet individual needs of students eligible for physical therapy . 4 . Assist and guide teachers in observing , describing , and referring to physical therapy services . 5 . Provide a thorough assessment and diagnosis of physical therapy needs . 6 . Provide screening to identify physical therapy needs of children in compliance with state and federal guidelines . 7 . Assist in proper referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community as appropriate . 8 . Provide appropriate individualized and group programs of therapy to meet individual students ’ needs and ameliorate existing physical therapy disabilities . 9 . Collaborate with classroom teachers and other school staff members to implement therapy by suggestions from the students ’ daily activities . 10 . Provide in - service education and serve as a consultant to teachers and school staff members on topics concerning physical therapy needs improvement . 11 . Provide information and support to parents and families when appropriate . 12 . Keep thorough ongoing records for the individual student receiving therapy or other school - based physical therapy services . 13 . Attend child study meetings providing appropriate input on the special needs of students . 14 . Conduct annual IEP conferences and other IEP related meetings as needed , develop appropriate IEP goals and objectives in consultation with parents and other professionals . 15 . Must be able to coordinate services with District provided or contracted PTA .

Arizona

2026-04-28