Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We are currently hiring a part-time School-Based Physical Therapist in DuPage County, IL for the extended school year.

This is an on-site contract role. The assignment is expected to run during the summer session, supporting students in a school setting through physical therapy services focused on access, mobility, and participation.

Position Details:
Schedule: Part-time, 14 hours per week
Location: On-Site, DuPage County, IL
School Year: 2026 ESY
Start Date: 6/1/26
End Date: 6/24/26
Caseload: 12 students

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate students' movement, strength, balance, posture, and mobility needs within the school environment.
• Build individualized therapy plans that align with student goals and support access to school-based activities.
• Deliver therapy services designed to improve gross motor development, mobility, flexibility, and functional participation.
• Recommend environmental adjustments and supportive equipment that help students move safely and effectively throughout the school day.
• Partner with educators, families, and school teams while tracking student progress and updating services as needed.

Qualifications:

• Must be a licensed physical therapist.
• Experience supporting students with physical disabilities, mobility needs, or motor-based challenges in a school setting is required.
• Ability to assess functional movement needs and translate findings into school-based therapy goals is required.
• Ability to collaborate with staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student participation is required.
• Strong documentation and progress-monitoring skills are required to maintain accurate therapy records and adjust services appropriately.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?
If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you. Join a collaborative school team and help students access their education safely and confidently.

Ready to join us?
Apply today -- we can't wait to hear from you!

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.