Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist - Temporary/Term Opportunities - 2025/2026

Important Note: This is an ongoing job posting. Due to the volume of interest, we are unable to provide individual updates - candidates will only be contacted if a vacancy becomes available. This posting may be reactivated at any time throughout the 2025/2026 school year, as hiring is determined by system needs.

Work Location: Regional Student Services (Education Centre - Newmarket, Centre for Leadership and Learning, 300 Harry Walker Parkway South, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8E2)

Work Schedule: 35 hours/week (full-time hours)

Please Note: Travel from site to site will be required.

Important: Internal YRDSB staff must apply to internal job postings posted through the BWW.

Thank you for your interest in a career as a Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist with the York Region District School Board. This application is for temporary/term opportunities.

Major Responsibilities

• To participate in the pre-entry screening process for children with exceptional abilities in response to requests from Student Services Coordinators, outside agencies or parents.
• To collaborate with school staff regarding with students in the classroom and individually assess students’ strengths and needs related to educational programs.
• To share physical and occupational therapy assessment data with members of the educational team, including parents or caregivers and students, and appropriate medical and community agencies.
• To collaborate with the educational team to develop recommendations and strategies appropriate for each student in his/her classroom and school environment.
• To provide ongoing involvement with students to ensure the continued appropriateness of initial strategies, and to modify or expand strategies as needed.

Education, Experience, And Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university physiotherapy or occupational therapy program with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Eligible for registration with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association or The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.
• Physiotherapists must be members of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• Occupational Therapists must be members of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Minimum of two years pediatric experience. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are required.

Additional Information

In the application process, you will be prompted to provide at least three (3) professional, supervisory references (including full name, position title, work location/organization, and email address) in the job posting screening section of the online application. We do not contact references prior to practicum/interview.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of students and communities. We remain committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments.

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement

We also recognize the duty to accommodate and foster a culture of inclusion. Consistent with the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process.