Adjunct, Physical Therapist Assistant Program (PTA)
Polk State College•Winter Haven, FL
•Onsite
About The Position
Reporting to the campus Dean of Health Science, the adjunct faculty member is an important part of our academic community. The primary role of this position is to provide college-level instruction and academic-related activities designed to encourage, support, and enable student success. Working closely with the campus Associate Dean of Health Science and the Department Coordinator/Program Director, adjuncts are issued a part-time, temporary term-to-term assignment.
Requirements
- An Associate's degree or higher in Physical Therapy from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Current Licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist.
- Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assisting.
- At least 2 years of work experience in the field as a PTA.
- At least 2 years of teaching in a PTA program.
- Extensive knowledge of the subject area(s) in which the individual is responsible for instruction.
- Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and of effective instruction.
- Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics and challenges of community college students.
- Knowledge and understanding of principles of curriculum development.
- Reliable transportation is required for travel to campuses and centers.
- Must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
Nice To Haves
- Teaching experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses in accordance with college and departmental policies and procedures, as well as Basic Course Information sheets.
- Prepare and submit timely grade reports and other reports on student performance as may be scheduled or required.
- Organize class activities and assignments, relating them to the overall learning outcomes of the course.
- Provide input and work with other faculty and staff to review, produce and/or select course-related materials.
Benefits
- Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
