Overview
* Position Type: Student Support Services/ OT/ PT
* Date Posted: 3/13/2026
* Location: District Wide
Physical Therapist
This position prepares students to respond appropriately to the education program. The Physical Therapist works with team members in the school to enable the student to work toward his/her/their potential by improving, developing or restoring sensorimotor function. This position provides direct or consultative services to identified disabled students; problem solves to meet the student\'s ever-changing needs, serves as the liaison with school personnel, family, physician and agencies through written and/or oral communication, researches and provides recommendations equipment adaptation, fabrication and repair, attends and participates in IEPC, MET team meetings etc., evaluates, assesses and screens students, establishes plans to meet individual student\'s and program needs, establishes and maintains appropriate records, reports and procedures, sets up, maintains cleaning of treatment areas and physical therapy equipment. This position requires travel within the school district. Other duties as assigned.
At Helena Public schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare all students for life. As a Physical Therapist you will work as part of a team that serves 7,500 students at 18 campuses across Helena, Montana. Entry level salary is $321.54 - $369.55 per day. This position will work during the normal school day.
Some of what you will do:
* Implementation to meet the IEP goals; Program planning and management
* Provide training to the appropriate persons to carry over therapy goals in the school setting.
Who we are looking for
To become part of this dedicated team, you have a Montana Physical Therapist license at the time of employment. The ideal candidate will possess Certification by National Registration Exam. Successful candidates are regularly required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
How to Apply
Complete the online application to include a cover letter and three professional references. This position is ongoing and applications are accepted immediately. Question? Email recruit@helenaschools.org.
Important Notes
* This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
* This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Helena School District and Helena Education Association.
* Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment.
The Helena School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ancestry, marital status, military status, citizenship status, culture, social origin or condition, use of lawful products while not at work, political affiliation or a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of a job with reasonable accommodations. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or those needing this announcement in an alternate format may email recruit@helenaschools.org or call (406) 324-2010. TTY users should call 711 to access the Traditional Relay Service from Montana Relay. Link to benefit information as applicable: https://helenaschools.org/departments/human-resources/health-care-and-cafeteria-benefits/
District online application is available at: https://helenaschools.org/departments/human-resources/join-our-team/
Postings current as of 3/14/2026 9:25:55 PM CST.
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