Physical Therapist

POSTING DETAILS

The Longview School District has an opening for

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

1.0 FTE - beginning the 2026-27 school year

CLOSING DATE: until filled

SUPERVISOR: Executive Director of Special Education

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate certificate endorsed as a Physical Therapist

2. BS/MA degree from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program.

3. Possess a valid license as a physical therapist in Washington State.

4. Commitment to the District's vision, mission and goals.

5. Ability to work in a collaborative or team approach.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, collaboratively and positively with students, parents, and colleagues, orally and in writing.

7. Ability to work with students in multi-aged groups.

8. Ability to use varied assessments, including performance tasks, portfolios, and student self-assessment.

9. Attends ongoing professional development activities, such as college course work, professional associations, workshops, and in-service opportunities.

10. Exhibits a strong and positive attitude with the belief that each student can be taught and has the right and capacity to achieve personal academic excellence.

11. Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable board policies and district and legal requirements.

12. Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide physical therapy services for students with motor disabilities in special and regular education classrooms, from preschool through grade twelve.

2. Evaluate, select and schedule caseload in cooperation with the school team.

3. Adapt/modify equipment/materials for students with motor disabilities.

4. Work collaboratively and consult with classroom teachers, peers, other support staff, parents and the community.

5. Complete the special education compliance paperwork process as appropriate, including evaluation reports and Individual Education Programs (IEPs).

6. Adapt the professional role of the occupation/physical therapist to the public schools.

7. Direct the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.

8. Attend or participate in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional development.

9. Participate in site-based decision-making processes.

10. Reports directly to and is supervised by the Special Education Supervisor.

11. This position may be exposed to prolonged exposure to visual display terminals as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. May be required to travel between buildings and occasionally attend workshops and conferences with the region or state.

2. Required to work flexible hours and schedule which may include some evenings. Expected to prepare classroom for the start of school and prepare workspace or room for summer cleaning after the last day of school.

3. Classroom/office environment which includes frequently walking, occasional lifting, and bending, stooping, kneeling and keyboarding.

The Longview School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Contract Term: 180 days; 3 professional development days; 19 mandatory hours; 6 extra days

Salary: Salary: Based on the 2026-27 Longview Education Association compensation schedule. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and other board approved benefits.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

• Current LEA please submit updated resume, cover letter, and 3 confidential professional references.*

Apply online at wwwlongviewschools.com, and provide the following documents electronically:

o Electronic application

o Electronic Resume

o Scanned copies of University or college transcripts. Original transcripts will be required if hired.

o Scanned copy of current teaching certificate and teaching endorsements

o Scanned copies of state assessments (West B, West E, Praxis I&II)

o Three (3) electronic references

Applications will be accepted until filled by a qualified applicant.

The Longview School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: New employees will be required to complete an INS 1-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Background Check: Pursuant to RCW 43.43.830 through RCW 43.43.840, new employees will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating any convictions of crimes against persons as listed in the law. In addition, a background check based on fingerprints will be requested from the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Job Sharing: Pursuant to RCW 28A.405.070, the district will accept applications from individuals wishing to share a position.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Longview School District is an Equal Opportunity district in education programs, activities, services, and employment. Longview School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran, or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. We provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We also comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Older Worker Protection Act, and all other state, federal, and local equal opportunity laws .If you have a physical or mental disability that causes you to need assistance to access school facilities, programs, or services, please notify the school principal. This district endeavors to maintain an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against should contact the following district employees, located at 2715 Lilac Street, Longview, 98632, who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Section 504, Student ADA Coordinator

Kari Montgomery, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

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Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator

Dr. Karen Joy, Executive Director of Employee Services

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Conditions of Employment

• Are you eligible to work in the United States?
• Do you have or are you eligible for a valid Washington State Administrator certificate?
• Upon employment, can you provide an official copy of your transcripts and certifications?
• Is your record clear of any guilty plea, conviction, fine, imprisonment, or probation for a violation of any law, police regulation or ordinance (excluding minor traffic violations) within the last seven years?
• Is your record clear of a discharge or forced resignation for misconduct or unsatisfactory service from any position within the last 10 years?
• Do you confirm that you have never had a certificate revoked, suspended or denied, and that you have not voluntarily relinquished a certificate to avoid revocation procedures?
• Is your record clear of any crimes against persons as defined in RCW 43.43.830 and listed as follows: aggravated murder; first or second degree murder; first or second degree kidnapping; first, second, or third degree assault; first, second, or third degree rape; first, second, or third degree statutory rape; first or second degree robbery; first degree arson; first degree burglary; first or second degree manslaughter; first or second degree extortion; indecent liberties; incest; vehicular homicide; first degree promoting prostitution; communication with a minor; unlawful imprisonment; simple assault; sexual exploitation of minors; first or second degree criminal mistreatment; child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020; first or second degree custodial interference; malicious harassment; first, second, or third degree child molestation; first or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor; first or second degree rape of a child; patronizing a juvenile prostitute; child abandonment; promoting pornography; selling or distributing erotic material to a minor; custodial assault; violation of child abuse restraining order; child buying or selling; prostitution; felony indecent exposure; or any of these crimes as they may be renamed in the future?
• Is your record clear of any dependency action under RCW 13.34.030(2)(b) to have sexually assaulted or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor?
• Is your record clear of being found by a court in a domestic relations proceeding under Title 26 RCW to have sexually abused or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor?
• Is your record clear of being found in any final decision by the director of the department of licensing or a disciplinary board in the following businesses or professions to have sexually abused or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor: chiropractic; dentistry; dental hygiene; drugless healing; massage; midwifery; osteopathy; physical therapy; physicians; practical nursing; registered nursing; psychology; and real estate brokers and salespeople?
• Is your record clear, for the last seven years, of being released from prison or of a conviction of any offense that involved drugs, embezzlement, or fraud?
• Will you consent to a criminal history background check?
• Is it factually correct that you have never been placed on a performance improvement plan or placed on probation?
• Is it factually correct that you have never been suspended pending investigation of allegations of misconduct?
• Is it factually correct that you have never had any license or certificate of any kind (teaching certificate or other professional certificate or license) revoked, suspended, or reprimanded, or have you in any way been sanctioned by, or is any charge or complaint now pending against you, before any licensing, certification or other regulatory agency, or body, public or private?
• Is it factually correct that you have never resigned or otherwise separated from any employment (inclusive of regular or extracurricular positions) in order to avoid discharge or non-renewal?
• Is it factually correct that you have not been discharged or non-renewed from any employment (inclusive of regular or extracurricular positions)?
• Is it factually correct that you have not been disciplined for misconduct by a past or present employer?
• Is it factually correct that you are not currently being investigated for any alleged misconduct or other alleged grounds for discipline by any licensing, certification, or other regulatory body (teacher certification or otherwise), or by your current or any previous employer? If you answer no, you must provide the name, address, and telephone number of the employer or licensing body and a statement of the accusation against you.
• Is it factually correct that you have never been named by an aggrieved employee as someone responsible for the action grieved?
• Is it factually correct you have not been party to, or currently a party in, or anticipate becoming a party in, litigation?
• Will you consent to a criminal history background check?
• Do you certify the answers given herein are true and complete to the best of your knowledge?
• I authorize the Longview School District to inquire with former employers or references and obtain any and all information regarding my job related background. I release and waive the Longview School District, my former employers, and all references from any and all liability in obtaining or disclosing such information. I agree that if I have provided false or incomplete statements, the district may, at its sole discretion, without notice or due process procedures, terminate my employment contract. If such action is taken by the district, the contract shall be deemed void from its inception. References and personal information which become a part of this application will be regarded as confidential and shall not be revealed to me.

General Questions

• Please list any other special training you feel is pertinent to the position for which you are applying.
• Please describe the type of situations in which you would like to work.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees. The standard package of benefits for teaching staff includes retirement, medical, dental, vision and long-term disability. Online Benefit Information:

Attachments

Current Resume*

Copy of WA Teacher/ESA Cert

Optional Application Documents 1

Optional Application Documents 2

Cover Letter *

References

Certificated Professional Reference Form: 3 of 7 external references required.