Help Students Reach Their PotentialTX-STAR Speech Language Services works with school districts across Texas to provide students with access to specialized educational and therapy services. We are currently recruiting Physical Therapists for school-based placements in Austin and surrounding areas.This opportunity is a strong fit for clinicians who want to improve students’ functional movement, increase participation in school activities, and support greater independence throughout the educational day.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesAs a school-based Physical Therapist, you will evaluate how students’ physical needs affect their ability to access instruction and participate safely in campus routines. You will provide educationally relevant therapy designed around each student’s individual goals.In this role, you will:Complete assessments of gross motor abilities, mobility, balance, coordination, positioning, and school-related physical functioningProvide therapy services that directly support objectives included in students’ Individualized Education ProgramsEstablish individualized intervention approaches using evaluation results and input from the educational teamSupport safe movement during classroom activities, campus transitions, physical education, and other school routinesIdentify appropriate mobility equipment, adaptive resources, positioning supports, and environmental adjustmentsConsult with families, teachers, special education staff, administrators, and related-service providersDocument student performance and use progress information to revise therapy services when necessaryPrepare evaluations, service records, progress summaries, and other required reports within designated timelinesContribute clinical expertise and recommendations during ARD and IEP meetingsProvide on-campus or teletherapy services when permitted by district requirements and student needsFollow professional standards, district protocols, and special education compliance proceduresQualifications for This PositionActive Texas Physical Therapy license in good standingDegree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university programFamiliarity with educationally based therapy, IEP requirements, and special education service deliveryAbility to manage evaluations, student schedules, treatment responsibilities, and documentation with minimal supervisionStrong consultation and teamwork skills for working with families and school-based professionalsEffective clinical writing, verbal communication, organization, and time-management abilitiesPrevious experience serving pediatric clients or students in educational settings is preferredWork Setting and Scheduling OptionsAssignments located at school campuses in Austin and neighboring communitiesOpportunities to provide services to students from early childhood through high schoolPlacement arrangements may include:Full-time positionsPart-time schedulesOn-site or teletherapy services based on district needsAssignments are coordinated according to licensure, experience, availability, preferences, and current openingsWhat You Can Expect from TX-STARCompensation based on applicable professional experienceA range of scheduling and assignment optionsReliable payroll issued every two weeksAccess to medical, dental, and vision insurance plansA collaborative culture that values the professionals serving studentsContinued communication and support from experienced program staffReferral incentive opportunitiesResources for professional learning and long-term career developmentAccess to an extensive network of Texas school district partnersLearn More About TX-STARTX-STAR Speech Language Services has supported Texas school districts since 2010. Our partnerships include more than 40 districts, along with educational agencies and regional cooperatives seeking qualified special education and related-service professionals.Our team understands the clinical and administrative expectations of providing therapy in schools. We focus on matching professionals with placements that complement their experience while helping districts deliver services that improve student access, participation, and educational success.