Deirdre Leary

I have worked as a Physical Therapist Assistant for over 37 years, in multiple settings, with a focus on pediatric physical therapy. I have worked in a school district setting for 15 years plus and I am currently working for a non-for profit, organization, with children with multiple diagnoses,classifications ages 5 through 21.

I work closely with the physical therapist, assessing wheelchair and positioning needs, orthotic and bracing needs as well as planning for goals and progression of skills. I work with children in classrooms with varying ratios including 6:1, 8:1 and 12:1. I have incorporated the use of neurodevelopmental and sensory integration techniques into my daily treatments when appropriate.

I regularly collaborate and communicate with other therapy disciplines, teachers and staff, as well as family members of my students.

I maintain all necessary paperwork that is required during the academic school year, including daily notes, progress, notes, and creating goals for future school year with the physical therapist.