2026 - 2027 District-Wide Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Job Description

Attleboro Public Schools are committed to recruiting and retaining an effective, diverse, and culturally competent staff. We strive to create an inclusive work environment that fosters respect and dignity for all.

2026 - 2027 District-Wide Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Start date: August 25, 2026 with orientation days prior

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree Required; Bachelor's Degree Preferred
  
• Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professionals licensure
  
• Experience as a PTA in a school setting
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  
• Excellent organizational skills
  
• Technology experience

JOB GOAL/PURPOSE: This position provides direct services to students based on IEP goals and services. Consult and supervision is provided by a Physical Therapist.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and/or Director of Special Education

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITY:

• Provide students with direct services with consultation and supervision by Physical Therapist. May include: lifting, transferring, positioning, using adaptive equipment, toileting, setting up positioning devices, as well as assisting and supporting during activities.
  
• Collects and maintains data on student progress per the IEP goals as well as direct logs of therapy services.
  
• Completes Medicaid requirements.
  
• Participate in the development of student's Individual Education Program (IEP) with direct supervision of Physical Therapist.
  
• Assist teachers and other special education staff in the development and implementation of curriculum accommodations/modifications and appropriate classroom strategies as determined by the Team process and subsequent IEP formulation with direct supervision by Physical Therapist.
  
• Provide information to parents and guardians of students of direct services as needed.
  
• Maintain compliance of regulations of Individualized Education Program development, team meetings, Medicaid billing, and progress reports.
  
• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques in the field.
  
• Perform other responsibilities as deemed appropriate and assigned by a supervisor
  and/or designee.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Experience in school settings.

Safety-Care trained preferred

Experience with ABA principles/methodology preferred.

Salary per Attleboro Paraprofessionals Association Collective Bargaining Agreement - Salary Range: $32,266 - $47,397

Applications will be considered when submitted via our online application system with POWERSCHOOL UNIFIED TALENT. Qualified candidates should apply online at www.attleboroschools.com. Follow the Link to Central Office Human Resources, Employment Opportunities, and the job link to TalentEd Hire Pro to apply for this job.

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E.O.E.

The Attleboro Public Schools does not, in any education program or activity that it operates, discriminate or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race*, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, religion, disability, age, genetic-information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, immigration status, or any category protected by state or federal law. The Attleboro Public School District prohibits sex discrimination Individuals may report concerns or questions to the District's Civil Rights and/or Title IX Coordinators. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.attleboroschools.com.

*race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.

Welcome to ATX Learning

OUR MISSION
The mission of the Attleboro Public Schools is to develop and deliver relevant learning experiences that engage, challenge, and inspire all students to maximize their unique potential and improve our world.

OUR VISION
The vision of the Attleboro Public Schools is to be the center of a community united around education, where all stakeholders value and participate in our collective success.

OUR GOALS:
GOAL ONE: Attleboro Public Schools will place students at the center of all educational decisions through guided planning to achieve personalized goals.
GOAL TWO: Attleboro Public Schools will improve the quality of education for all students by providing learning experiences that are personalized, challenging, and have lifelong value.
GOAL THREE: Attleboro Public Schools will cultivate and extend community partnerships to improve outcomes for students through outreach, collaboration, and reciprocal support.