Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant

CORA Services is a dynamic and growing not for profit organization in Philadelphia. For more than 50 years, CORA has served children and families experiencing emotional, academic and social challenges that impact their development and productivity. Our mission is to empower children, young people and families to thrive through quality and compassionate service.

CORA is currently seeking a school-based, Full-time Physical Therapist OR Physical Therapist Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a 10-month position, 5 days per week and you would be providing services in multiple school locations in Philadelphia.

Salary for Physical Therapist - $76,194

All CORA team members are expected to uphold the mission, vision and values of CORA Services which includes valuing all individuals and supporting each individual’s potential for growth. 

In addition, as a Physical Therapist or PTA, your duties will include: 

• Conduct appropriate evaluation of students referred for related services under IDEA and prepare written reports of the evaluations and findings.


• Participate in meetings as member of the multidisciplinary team.


• Provide direct and indirect physical therapy in educational settings/least restrictive environments to children.


• Collaborate with other school personnel regarding physical therapy and the students' needs.


• Delegate activities to teachers, parents, and paraprofessionals.


• Train/instruct teachers, parents and paraprofessionals in delegated techniques and equipment use.


• Travel to and among schools to provide services.


• Lift, transfer, and position children and equipment as necessary.

CORA Offers: 

•  Medical, dental and vision coverages with a competitive company premium contribution (eligible 1^st day of the month following date of hire)


• Company paid life/AD&D and LTD coverages


• Supplemental voluntary benefits including STD, accident, critical illness, etc.


• 403b retirement plan with generous company contribution after one year of service


• Paid time off + paid agency holidays


• Employee Assistant Program


• Family Planning Benefits (including cash benefit to assist with IVF, egg freezing, adoption, or surrogacy)


• An outstanding, inclusive work environment

CORA Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.