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SummaryParticipates in an Extended School Year program; provides educationally relevant services to preschool and elementary school students receiving special education services; student needs include support for basic motor skills, functional mobility, pain reduction, injury recovery, and prevention of further physical damage; focuses on the development of skills and/or accommodations needed for students to participate with peers in the school setting; implements individualized therapy to achieve student?s IEP goals; facilitates student engagement in self-care, learning, productivity, leisure, and social participation; collaborates to promote awareness of community resources; provides guidance and professional development to staff on disability assessment, therapeutic handling, use of adaptive equipment, and supportive self-care. This position requires the flexibility to serve multiple sites on an itinerant schedule.QualificationsMust hold a license issued by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy. Clinical experience working with preschool and/or elementary school Special Education students in a school setting, preferred. Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and practices; skill in assessment and the documentation of therapeutic activities; strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to apply professional skills to a wide range of needs; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to gain the confidence and cooperation of students, families, and teachers; ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and varied skill levels in a collaborative learning environment. This position requires sufficient strength, dexterity, and mobility to perform or assist in performing all assigned tasks.