Employment Opportunities

Physical Therapist

SERRC, Alaska's Educational Resource Center seeks a Physical Therapist. Join a unique team of professionals working with students with disabilities in rural Alaska. Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop student programs, train on-site staff. Knowledge of IDEA 2004 is required. Position based in Juneau or Anchorage with travel statewide. Salary DOE. SERRC is an equal opportunity employer. Apply online at http://serrc.org/apply or Contact Us for more information.

Position Description: 

This is a full time itinerant position. Travel to rural/remote school sites, frequently by small plane, is required. While evaluations for special education eligibility is the primary responsibility for this position, the physical therapist is often viewed as a resource for other education-related information. An understanding and acceptance of cultural diversity is essential to success in this position.

Position Duties: 
  • Assess student's needs, performance and abilities with accuracy.
  • Prepare comprehensive report including: recommendation for eligibility according to Alaska Special Education Handbook; summary of evaluation results; recommended activities to teachers and parents; and suggested IEP goals and objectives, where appropriate.
  • Prescribe programs that allow students to reach their goals in a timely manner.
  • Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Make recommendations to school districts and parents.
  • Communicate with districts to plan visits, travel arrangements and housing accommodations.
  • Travel to perform responsibilities of job.
  • Advise educators of laws and regulations related to the special education program.
  • Model positive team leadership at all times.
  • Assist in the promotion of and recruitment for all SERRC programs.