Physical Therapist Assistant- School Setting
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Job Description
Job Title
- School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Location: Springfield, TN
- Employment Type: Part Time
About Us
Stellar Therapy Services is a therapist-owned and operated company passionate about delivering exceptional therapy services to schools and educational communities. We foster a collaborative, supportive environment for both our students and therapy professionals, empowering our team to make a meaningful impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Our employees are “Stellar Stars” who share our values of family – in whatever shape or form – and excellence in everything we do.
Apply today to see why our therapists say, "We love our job!"
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our school-based therapy team. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), the PTA will assist in implementing therapy plans, providing direct services, and supporting students’ mobility, strength, and functional independence in the school setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the PT in delivering therapy services and exercises to students.
- Provide direct therapy services in individual and group settings.
- Collect and document student progress under PT supervision.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and the therapy team to reinforce therapy goals in the classroom.
- Prepare therapy materials and ensure a safe environment.
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and district regulations under the direction of the PT.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Active PTA license in the state of practice (or eligibility to obtain before start date).
- School-based or pediatric experience preferred, but not required.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Passion for helping children achieve their functional and educational goals.
Why Join the Stellar Team?
- Competitive Salaries
- Biweekly Direct Deposit
- Support from experienced therapists and an incredible admin team
- Family-friendly work environment
- Therapist-owned and managed company
- Flexible scheduling – choose your hours!
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Tennessee, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (296 salary observations; 1,463 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,786 salary observations; 56,355 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant- School Setting at Stellar Therapy Services a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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