Applicant Pool for Adjunct Faculty, Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Owens Community College • Toledo, OH

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About The Position

This adjunct faculty role supports the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Program based on semester and class schedule needs. The instructor presents course material through lectures, demonstrations, PowerPoint presentations, and class activities; reviews textbooks and references to maintain mastery of current course content; and creates or revises course materials, including presentations, handouts, examinations, activities, and assignments. The instructor assesses student performance and comprehension and coordinates with other faculty involved in the course to maintain consistency in course content and expectations.

Requirements

• Associate degree or two-year technical certificate.
• Associate degree in Physical Therapy and one year of work-related experience, exclusive of teaching, or a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Working knowledge of current theory and techniques associated with physical therapy content specific to the course.
• Knowledge of PowerPoint or ability to learn through instruction.
• Knowledge of Blackboard or ability to learn through instruction.
• Verbal speaking and public speaking skills, observation skills, basic computer skills, and strong time-management skills.
• Ability to multitask, organize technical information, demonstrate relevant physical therapy techniques, and manage course-related equipment.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills; adaptability; planning and organizational ability; professionalism; and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Present course material to PTA students through lectures, demonstrations, PowerPoint presentations, and class activities.
• Review textbooks and reference materials to maintain mastery of course content and current information.
• Create course materials or revise existing materials, including PowerPoint presentations, handouts, examinations, classroom activities, and assignments.
• Assess student performance and comprehension through tests, assignments, and graded classroom activities, such as lab practicals.
• Communicate with other faculty involved in the course, including lab assistants and lab instructors, to ensure consistency in course content and expectations.
• Demonstrate physical therapy techniques associated with course content and manage related equipment.
• Organize technical information at a level appropriate for physical therapist assistants and develop strategies to help students overcome learning weaknesses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree