Physical Therapist

Help Students Reach Their Potential

TX-STAR Speech Language Services works alongside Texas school districts to help students access the specialized services they need within the educational setting. We are hiring Physical Therapists for school-based assignments in San Antonio and nearby communities.

This opportunity is a strong fit for clinicians who enjoy helping students build functional movement skills, participate safely in school routines, and become more independent throughout the school day.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a school-based Physical Therapist, you will assess how physical and motor needs affect a student's access to education and provide services designed to improve participation in classroom and campus activities.

In this role, you will:

• Evaluate gross motor abilities, balance, coordination, positioning, mobility, and functional access within the school environment
• Plan and deliver physical therapy interventions connected to each student's Individualized Education Program
• Develop individualized service plans based on assessment results, educational priorities, and student needs
• Assist students with safely participating in classroom routines, transitions, and campus activities
• Recommend adaptive equipment, mobility supports, positioning techniques, accommodations, and environmental changes
• Coordinate with educators, families, special education teams, and other related-service providers
• Review student progress regularly and revise therapy strategies when goals or functional needs change
• Provide services on campus or through teletherapy when permitted by the assignment and district
• Prepare timely evaluation reports, progress updates, service logs, and other required records
• Attend ARD and IEP meetings to communicate findings and contribute therapy-related recommendations

Qualifications for This Position

• Active and unrestricted Texas Physical Therapy license
• Physical Therapy degree earned through an accredited program
• Familiarity with IEP implementation, special education procedures, and educationally relevant therapy services
• Ability to organize and manage assessments, student schedules, service delivery, and documentation independently
• Effective teamwork skills for collaborating with families, school personnel, and multidisciplinary professionals
• Strong written communication, clinical documentation, organization, and time-management skills
• Pediatric or school-based Physical Therapy experience is preferred

Work Setting and Scheduling Options

• Assignments available at school campuses in San Antonio and surrounding areas
• Opportunities to work with students from early childhood through high school
• Available scheduling arrangements may include:
  • Part-time placements
  • PRN assignments
• On-site and teletherapy service options may be offered according to district requirements
• Placement decisions consider your credentials, schedule, professional preferences, and available district openings

What You Can Expect from TX-STAR

• Compensation that reflects your relevant experience
• Scheduling flexibility based on available assignments
• Reliable pay issued every two weeks
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
• A collaborative workplace that values its professionals
• Ongoing communication and assistance from knowledgeable program staff
• Incentives for successful employee referrals
• Resources that support continued learning and professional advancement
• Connections to an extensive network of Texas school partners

Learn More About TX-STAR

TX-STAR Speech Language Services has supported Texas schools since 2010 and currently partners with more than 40 districts, in addition to educational agencies and regional cooperatives. We connect campuses with qualified special education and related-service professionals who understand the responsibilities of working in educational settings.

Our team takes a thoughtful approach to matching professionals with school-based opportunities that align with their experience and availability. By maintaining responsive partnerships with both providers and districts, we help students receive services that improve access, participation, and success at school.