Early Childhood Physical Therapist

Thrive By 5·Auburn, New York

$50,000 - $90,000/yrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 5 months ago

Practice for this role

Early Childhood Physical Therapist · $50,000 - $90,000/yr

About the role

Pay for this role is about 10% below the New York median for similar positions.

The Physical Therapist will work one-on-one with developmentally delayed children aged birth to five and their families using an embedded coaching model to support goal achievement. Responsibilities include providing home and community-based therapy services and collaborating with other service providers to support IFSP/IEP goals.

Thrive By 5 is a pediatric therapy agency providing services to children birth-5 years old. We are seeking a strong part time or full time Physical Therapists to provide early intervention and/or CPSE services in Cayuga County. We take great pride in the work we do and have a strong reputation in the field. Essential duties and responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities are not limited to the following: Work 1:1 with developmentally delayed children and their families using an embedded coaching model to provide support, information, and skills to promote generalization/maintenance of goals and enhance the development of the child Provide home and community based physical therapy services, which includes reviewing IFSP/IEP goals and objectives Collaborate with other service providers to support IFSP/IEP goals and objectives, including Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Special Instructors Complete session notes and progress reports as required by the early intervention/CPSE program

Qualifications

Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy NYS License in Physical Therapy required Must demonstrate excellent written, communication, and interpersonal skills Must be able to collaborate with the clinical team and all related service providers on a caseload Our mission is to provide the best possible services to children in their natural environments. We strive to teach families ways they can incorporate learning opportunities into their everyday routines. We work with families to find the right support to make their child successful in life. We believe that all families, with the right resources, can enhance their child's development. We offer a supportive and progressive work environment with competitive compensation, benefit eligibility for full-time employees, retirement, flexible workdays and professional development. Please include cover letter and resume. Visit us at www.thriveby-5.com

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy and hold a valid New York State License in Physical Therapy. Essential qualifications include excellent written, communication, and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with the clinical team and related service providers.

postgraduate degree
Interpersonal Skills
Communication
Documentation
Goal Setting
Collaboration
Physical Therapy
Early Intervention
Coaching Model
CPSE Services

Benefits

Retirement
Professional development
Benefit eligibility for full-time employees

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $50,000 - $90,000/yr
Location: Auburn, New York
Posted: Mar 17, 2026
Application: Employer website

New York early childhood PT roles stay competitive

Early childhood physical therapist positions in New York are often driven by demand for providers who can support developmental needs in school and clinical settings. These roles are competitive because employers look for a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, a valid New York State license, and strong collaboration and communication skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of teamwork with pediatric or clinical teams.