Physical Therapy Consultant
Top Benefits
About the role
Mission
The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 144,000 students and 16,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
When you apply to the CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.
Competition Info
Competition Close Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Calendar: 10 month traditional
Salary: PSS Grade IV $54.97-$72.23 per hour / $84,649 - $111,234 annually
FTE: 0.8
This is a temporary position.
Additional Information
This position works as a member of a multidisciplinary team providing supports and services within an educational context.
Position Description
Purpose and Accountability
The purpose of this job is to support students in obtaining and/or maintaining an optimum level of physical function; facilitating students’ access to and meaningful participation in their educational program.
Major Responsibilities
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Determines nature and extent of student’s motor abilities.
-
Assesses current physical status, functional mobility and participation in classroom activities; provides educationally based programs to promote independent motor and mobility skills
-
Integrates information from multidisciplinary perspectives (school, community, medical) to support the development of functional/physical adaptations and programming
-
Evaluates and identifies areas of need for physical access to the school and playground; facilitates functional participation in daily living skills
-
Provides suggestions, demonstrations/modelling and in-services for enhancing student(s) motor function and mobility in a variety of school environments.
-
Serves as a resource and support to teachers in the adaptation of curriculum, classroom materials and activities to meet the needs of students.
-
Trials, recommends and orders specialized equipment (adapted desks & seating; wheelchairs; walkers; standing frames …)
-
Trains and provides ongoing support to staff on safe lifting and transfer techniques, including equipment use (e.g. Track lifts)
-
Maintains an awareness of current trends and developments and continues to upgrade skills and knowledge to support the educational program plan.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Must hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy (or equivalent) and have a minimum of 4 years’ experience working as a Physical Therapist.
- Must be an active registered member of the Physiotherapy Alberta College
- Experience working on a multidisciplinary team that maintains an educational perspective.
- AADL authorizer status an asset.
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
- An ability to integrate perspectives from multiple disciplines into educational program plans to be implemented in the classroom.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to function with a minimum of support and supervision.
- Personal suitability.
This position requires personal transportation to conduct job responsibilities.
Conditions of Employment
Police Information Clearance: Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.
Be Part of Our Success
A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.
What happens next?
We thank all candidates for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Land Acknowledgement
The Calgary Board of Education acknowledges the traditional territories and oral practices of the Treaty 7 Nations, including the Siksikaitsitapi Nations, Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations. We acknowledge the Métis Nation within Alberta, and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of southern Alberta. As a learning organization, we are committed to advancing the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action focused on Education for ReconciliACTION.
About Calgary Board of Education
Our vision:
The Calgary Board of Education is the dynamic learning community of choice.
We provide quality learning opportunities and options. Our learners take ownership by discovering and developing their potential, passions and gifts. They take their place as lifelong learners and make a significant contribution within a complex, changing world.
Our values:
Students come first.
We believe that everyone can learn. Each student is unique and worthwhile. We acknowledge, recognize and celebrate the diversity of our learners. Success for each and every student is the goal of our work.
Learning is our central purpose.
We believe that learning empowers students to achieve their potential. Attention to continuous improvement, high expectations, innovation and relationships will enable all students to reach their potential. Student learning is at the heart of everyone's work at the Calgary Board of Education.
Public education serves the common good.
Public education is essential for a vibrant democracy. The principles of democracy drive our accountability to the public and the public's participation in our work. Our school system is owned by and accountable to Calgarians and therefore, the Calgary Board of Education is accountable to Calgary taxpayers for using resources wisely to meet students' learning needs.
Physical Therapy Consultant
Top Benefits
About the role
Mission
The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 144,000 students and 16,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
When you apply to the CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.
Competition Info
Competition Close Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Calendar: 10 month traditional
Salary: PSS Grade IV $54.97-$72.23 per hour / $84,649 - $111,234 annually
FTE: 0.8
This is a temporary position.
Additional Information
This position works as a member of a multidisciplinary team providing supports and services within an educational context.
Position Description
Purpose and Accountability
The purpose of this job is to support students in obtaining and/or maintaining an optimum level of physical function; facilitating students’ access to and meaningful participation in their educational program.
Major Responsibilities
-
Determines nature and extent of student’s motor abilities.
-
Assesses current physical status, functional mobility and participation in classroom activities; provides educationally based programs to promote independent motor and mobility skills
-
Integrates information from multidisciplinary perspectives (school, community, medical) to support the development of functional/physical adaptations and programming
-
Evaluates and identifies areas of need for physical access to the school and playground; facilitates functional participation in daily living skills
-
Provides suggestions, demonstrations/modelling and in-services for enhancing student(s) motor function and mobility in a variety of school environments.
-
Serves as a resource and support to teachers in the adaptation of curriculum, classroom materials and activities to meet the needs of students.
-
Trials, recommends and orders specialized equipment (adapted desks & seating; wheelchairs; walkers; standing frames …)
-
Trains and provides ongoing support to staff on safe lifting and transfer techniques, including equipment use (e.g. Track lifts)
-
Maintains an awareness of current trends and developments and continues to upgrade skills and knowledge to support the educational program plan.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Must hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy (or equivalent) and have a minimum of 4 years’ experience working as a Physical Therapist.
- Must be an active registered member of the Physiotherapy Alberta College
- Experience working on a multidisciplinary team that maintains an educational perspective.
- AADL authorizer status an asset.
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
- An ability to integrate perspectives from multiple disciplines into educational program plans to be implemented in the classroom.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to function with a minimum of support and supervision.
- Personal suitability.
This position requires personal transportation to conduct job responsibilities.
Conditions of Employment
Police Information Clearance: Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.
Be Part of Our Success
A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.
What happens next?
We thank all candidates for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Land Acknowledgement
The Calgary Board of Education acknowledges the traditional territories and oral practices of the Treaty 7 Nations, including the Siksikaitsitapi Nations, Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations. We acknowledge the Métis Nation within Alberta, and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of southern Alberta. As a learning organization, we are committed to advancing the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action focused on Education for ReconciliACTION.
About Calgary Board of Education
Our vision:
The Calgary Board of Education is the dynamic learning community of choice.
We provide quality learning opportunities and options. Our learners take ownership by discovering and developing their potential, passions and gifts. They take their place as lifelong learners and make a significant contribution within a complex, changing world.
Our values:
Students come first.
We believe that everyone can learn. Each student is unique and worthwhile. We acknowledge, recognize and celebrate the diversity of our learners. Success for each and every student is the goal of our work.
Learning is our central purpose.
We believe that learning empowers students to achieve their potential. Attention to continuous improvement, high expectations, innovation and relationships will enable all students to reach their potential. Student learning is at the heart of everyone's work at the Calgary Board of Education.
Public education serves the common good.
Public education is essential for a vibrant democracy. The principles of democracy drive our accountability to the public and the public's participation in our work. Our school system is owned by and accountable to Calgarians and therefore, the Calgary Board of Education is accountable to Calgary taxpayers for using resources wisely to meet students' learning needs.