Helen Keller Services·Islandia, New York
Provide individual and group physical therapy sessions for preschool children with visual impairments and other disabilities to meet IEP mandates. Responsibilities include documenting progress, collaborating with educational staff, and instructing parents on therapy goals.
Since 1893, Helen Keller Services (HKS) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or have combined hearing and vision loss. HKS serves in the New York City/Long Island area from its new headquarters in dynamic downtown Brooklyn and the Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youth and Adults of Sands Point, New York, which has a network of regional offices that extends HKS' reach across the United States.
Helen Keller Services for the Blind is thrilled to announce we will be expanding our Children's Learning Center to two brand-new Long Island locations in Nassau and Suffolk County! These state-of-the-art facilities will serve preschool children who are blind or have low vision, as well as multiple disabilities, autism, Down syndrome, or pervasive developmental delays. This expansion reflects HKSB’s commitment to ensuring that Long Island families have access to the same high-quality early education and support services that have transformed lives in our Brooklyn Children Learning Center.
We currently have an exciting opening for a Physical Therapist in our soon to open Suffolk County Preschool! Located in Islandia, NY, the Physical Therapist provides one to one and/or group sessions with preschool children whose IEP mandates physical therapy sessions.
Responsible for other duties as may be assigned or requested by his/her immediate supervisor and/or the Director of the Department.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Master’s or Doctoral Degree from a College accredited in the field of Physical Therapy.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and school-related applications, including Class Dojo and student information systems
Certificates, licenses, registrations
Register every 3 years with the New York State Office of Professions.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move children that are up to 50 pounds safely. Additionally, the employee must be able to safely move children into and out of adaptive equipment, wheelchairs and strollers.
At HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including:
Paid Time Off (in accordance with the school calendar), Paid Personal Time and Paid Sick Time
Health Benefits Package including Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts: Life Insurance and Disability benefits
Voluntary Ancillary Benefits: 403 (b) Savings Plan with company match
Requires a Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy and registration with the New York State Office of Professions. Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of lifting children up to 50 pounds.
Market context
School-based Physical Therapist roles in New York are often driven by ongoing student support needs, especially for services tied to mobility, participation, and classroom access. These positions can be competitive because they require New York State registration, a PT degree, and comfort with school settings, documentation, and physical support tasks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure details and highlight any pediatric or school-based experience in your application.