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Physical Therapist

AnthroMed Education (School Services)·DeKalb, Illinois

$65,000 - $80,000/yrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 7 hours ago
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Physical Therapist · $65,000 - $80,000/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +43% vs. median posted salary for teaching roles in Illinois ($45,613, n=682)
$320 · p10p90 · $1,020,000
this role: $65,000median $45,613

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 682 posted teaching roles in Illinois salarys. This role sits in the 70th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 43% above the Illinois median for similar positions.

Provide physical therapy services to K-12 students and develop individualized treatment plans. Collaborate with educators, families, and school staff while maintaining accurate documentation for IEP compliance.

School-Based Physical Therapist Location

  • DeKalb,
  • IL, 60115
  • Grade
  • Level: K–12th
  • Grade
  • Start
  • Date:
  • ASAP
  • Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite | 35 hours/week | 8:00 AM–3:30 PM

Salary Range

$65,000–$80,000 About the Opportunity AnthroMed Education is partnering with a school district in DeKalb, IL to welcome a full-time Physical Therapist for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year. This district-wide opportunity allows you to work with students across grades K–12 while collaborating with educators, service providers, and families to support meaningful student outcomes. What You’ll Do Provide physical therapy services to students across K–12 Conduct evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans Collaborate with teachers, case managers, school staff, and families Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student goals and accommodations Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with school and state requirements Support students with a variety of needs across grade levels Caseload Details District-wide K–12 student population Full-time schedule of 35 hours per week Onsite position with opportunities to work across grade levels Collaborative school-based environment

Qualifications

Active Illinois Physical Therapy License through IDFPR Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills Experience working with children and/or in a school-based setting is preferred Why Join AnthroMed Education Full medical, dental, and vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare (Medical PPO with $0 payroll deduction) 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 3% (starting Day 1) Paid parental leave and short-term disability (100% employer-sponsored) Yearly material stipend and full licensure reimbursement Access to therapy materials, CEU resources, and guest speaker series 1:1 guidance from a Clinical Director Weekly salary paid over 52 weeks (includes holidays, breaks, and paid time off) A collaborative, supportive, and responsive culture dedicated to your success

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Illinois Physical Therapy License through IDFPR. Experience working with children or in a school-based setting is preferred.

  • professional certificate
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Collaboration
  • Organizational skills
  • Treatment planning
  • IEP meetings
  • Physical therapy
  • Student evaluation
  • K-12 education support

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Short-term disability
  • Paid parental leave
  • Licensure reimbursement
  • CEU resources
  • Material stipend

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$65,000 - $80,000/yr
Location
DeKalb, Illinois
Posted
Aug 28, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

AnthroMed Education (School Services)

AnthroMed Education is committed to enhancing the landscape of K-12 education by supporting and advocating for the dedicated professionals who serve students' diverse needs. Our mission is twofold: to provide exceptional clinical support to our team of Speech-Language...

IndustryEducation Management
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Illinois Physical Therapist demand remains steady

In Illinois, Physical Therapist roles are typically in steady demand across schools, outpatient settings, and other care environments, especially for candidates with a doctoral degree, an active state license, and strong communication skills. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for clinicians who can build rapport quickly, meet licensure and CPR timelines, and work across multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license status and CPR plan before applying.

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