School Based Pediatric Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$55-$70/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Signing bonus
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
About the Role
Charm City Therapy is looking for a passionate and dedicated School Based Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our growing team in Baltimore, MD! In this rewarding role, you'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of children by delivering high-quality physical therapy services directly within the school setting. If you're driven by helping kids thrive and reach their full potential, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Provide direct physical therapy services to pediatric students within a school-based setting
- Evaluate and assess students' gross motor skills, mobility, and functional movement needs
Develop and implement individualized education program (IEP) goals in collaboration with educators and families
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including teachers, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists
- Document student progress, maintain accurate therapy records, and complete required reports in a timely manner
- Provide consultation, training, and support to school staff and parents regarding student physical therapy needs
- Recommend and implement adaptive equipment and assistive technology as needed
Requirements
- Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Active Maryland Physical Therapy license or eligibility to obtain licensure
- Experience in pediatric physical therapy, preferably in a school-based setting
- Familiarity with IEP processes, IDEA regulations, and school-based therapy best practices
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with children, families, and school staff
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred
- Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with school-aged children
About Us
Charm City Therapy is a trusted provider of pediatric therapy services proudly serving the Baltimore, MD community. We are committed to delivering exceptional, child-centered care that empowers kids to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. Our team enjoys a collaborative, supportive work culture where therapists are valued, respected, and given the resources they need to do their best work.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 58% have no call, 40% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $114k–$146k | Pediatrics median $87k (middle half $69k–$90k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$124k in purchasing power | Maryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Maryland | 5 active | 468 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 58% no call · 40% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Maryland Physical Therapist listings: 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 30% offer loan repayment398 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,186 in the last 30 days | 762 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pediatrics pay trend | +4.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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