JOB DESCRIPTION
To enable students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from their educational programs by providing appropriate therapy services.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:- Screen and assess students with a variety of physical and developmental problems to determine the need for services and to recommend strategies, adaptations and/or modifications that support the educational program or setting.
- Determine the need for and recommend appropriate adaptive equipment.
- Participate in the determination of technology related needs and the provision of related staff training.
- Participate in the development of an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), an Individualized Education Program (IEP), a Service Plan, or a 504 Plan.
- Provide any recommended therapy service.
- Consult with school personnel, parent, and other service providers.
- Participate in the transition planning for the students who move between programs.
- Participate in the transition planning for high school students who will move from school to post-school activities including the world of work and/or other aspects of community life.
- Meet the documentation requirements of federal, state, and Baltimore County regulations, as well as the requirements of the Board of Examiners for Physical Therapy.
- Supervise and train paraprofessionals as assigned.
- Provide in-service training to families, school staff, and others, as needed.
- Collaborate with Physical Facilities on modifications for accessibility.
- Consult with schools regarding emergency evacuation of students with disabilities.
- Instruct bus drivers and assistants to safely assist and transport students with physical disabilities.
- Instruct and supervise graduate therapy students to work with children in an educational setting.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in physical therapy.
Licenses and Certifications
Licensure from the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, Department of Mental Health and Hygiene.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of educational physical therapy.
- Knowledge of assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong human relations skills.
- Strong organization skills.
- Skill in the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email software.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with administrators, students, families, and co-workers.
- Ability to appropriately maintain confidential information.
- Ability to use equipment and technology required for performance of job duties.
- Ability to supervise students and manage behavior.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class is generally performed in school, community setting, and office environments. Work requires the ability to move throughout schools and classrooms. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, assistive technology, and physical activities. Requires travel throughout the county to offices, community settings, and schools.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Persons in this classification will be required to apply for a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number with the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) and enroll as a Maryland Medicaid Provider through the Maryland Department of Health’s Provider Revalidation and Enrollment Portal (ePREP).
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
GRADE: 12 - Month Pay Scale
SALARY: $77,907 - $143,653
FLSA: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Eligible for Maryland State Retirement System
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement.
This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Revised Date: 11/2006, 10/2015, 1/2016, 4/2019, 4/2026
Application Instructions:
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
- Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
- Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
- Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
- You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education:
- Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
- Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency:
- Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
- Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
- If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
- Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.
- Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
- All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
- Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
Contact Information:
Sally Barbieri, M.Ed.
Human Resource Officer
Phone: 443-809-4605
Email: [email protected]
