Physical Therapist Assistant
Language & Literacy Academy for Learning, Inc
Location
Winter Haven, Florida
Quick overview
Provide direct patient care to children to help them recover from injuries, manage pain, and improve mobility. Implement individualized treatment plans and document student progress under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold an associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and be licensed or certified to practice. Additional requirements include strong communication skills, patience for working with special needs children, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Job description
Step into a rewarding role with Language & Literacy Academy for Learning in Winter Haven, FL, as our next full-time Physical Therapist Assistant. Join a physical therapy team that values your expertise and offers a work schedule that follows the Polk County School Board calendar, providing consistency and meaningful impact every day!
GREAT PAY In this full-time physical therapy position, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference for children while earning an hourly wage that depends on your experience.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS Health, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Paid time off (PTO) Short- and long-term disability coverage
YOUR NEW ROLE AS A PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT Your workday will run from 7
- 30
- AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, in alignment with the Polk County School Board calendar. You'll enjoy a regular daytime schedule and school holidays and breaks. You will spend your days providing direct patient care to children, helping them recover from injuries, manage pain, and improve their mobility. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will carry out individualized treatment plans, assist with therapeutic exercises, and document each student's progress. Your patience and dedication to working with kids with special needs will be key as you help them achieve physical wellness in a supportive school setting.
Requirements
Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program Licensed or certified to practice Effective communication skills Tech savvy Strong time management skills Patience for kids with special needs
- ABOUT US At Language & Literacy Academy for Learning, we serve Pre‑K through 12th‑grade students across Polk County with the belief that every child deserves to be seen, supported, and set up to succeed.
- Our culture is positive, collaborative, and growth-minded, designed so that students and staff thrive together.
- You'll join colleagues who share ideas openly, cheer each other on, and pursue continuous improvement.
- We make room for your voice, your creativity, and your development-because when our people flourish, our students do too.
- Take the next step in your physical therapy career and make a lasting impact by applying through our mobile-friendly application.
- Must have the ability to pass a background check and drug screening test.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Long-term Disability Coverage
- Short-term Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
