Instructor, Physical Therapy Assisting Program Director - Tenure Track - Fall 2026

Nevada System of Higher Education • Charleston, SC

1d • $58,046 - $89,166

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assisting (PTA) Program Director (PD) serves as a subject matter expert (SME). This is a teaching position with supervisory/administrative functions. Besides student instruction, the PTA PD is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and functioning of the program, while assisting the Department Chair and Dean in the program activities, events, and operations. The Program Director is responsible for the development of the course schedule for the program, including classes and labs. The Program Director plays an active role in faculty and staff recruitment, and training. This position works with students, other faculty, other program directors, the Department Chair, the school Dean, classified staff, professional staff, college Vice-Presidents, college President, and community stakeholders/leaders.

Requirements

• The PD must be a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Master’s degree or higher, from a regionally accredited college or university, in physical therapy, health science, education, or a related field.
• Must have a minimum of 9 credits in “foundational education courses” per CAPTE.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching experience at the college level, ideally in a physical therapy assistant program.
• Experience in academic leadership, including program oversight, curriculum development, and student advising.
• Experience participating in or leading CAPTE accreditation processes, including preparing self-studies, supporting candidacy applications, hosting site visits, responding to recommendations, and maintaining compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day operational aspect of the program under the guidance of the Department Chair (DC). This includes, but is not limited to managing people, facilities, equipment, curriculum, grant development, and budget (as appropriate).
• Analyze programmatic needs and ensure that the program aligns with industry, accreditation, licensure requirements, meeting all standards as outlined by accrediting bodies such as Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), etc. This includes completing all required assessments, accreditation reports, etc.
• Recruit, screen, and recommend the hiring of part-time faculty to the Department Chair.
• Supervises and evaluates part-time faculty as needed.
• Day-to-day supervision of part-time PTA faculty, under the DC, to ensure they are upholding and aligned with program, department, school, and college policies and/or needs.
• Create and submit faculty and course schedules/workloads on or before the deadline each semester and support faculty development, monitor communication protocols, and maintain/review part-time faculty credentials.
• Provides program budgetary oversight but might not be the account manager. (Lab fees and other program budgets are provided to the Program Director every semester by the Department Chair.)
• Provides support to the Department Chair in day-to-day activities, addressing program/department specific matters and concerns, procurement, and representing the Chair in meetings as necessary.
• Actively participates in curriculum development and review, which includes but is not limited to reviewing and adopting textbooks, submitting curriculum changes, and completing assessment reports in order to stay current with advancements in Physical Therapy education, research, and technology.
• Serves as liaison between students and the program/department to address student concerns and guides students on programmatic requirements.
• Serve as a student advisor for the PTA program and maintain regular office hours to support student success.
• Meet with internal and external constituents representing the department/program to key stakeholders and advisory boards.
• Assists Department Chair in monitoring effectiveness of curriculum and facilities of the program/department while assisting the department in unit planning, strategic planning, and accreditation efforts.
• In conjunction with the Department Chair, the PD participates in and provides support for program, department, and institutional committees, meetings, events, and activities, which may include post-semester activities.
• Develop program protocols and procedures for safety of students within program courses and labs. Monitor all aspects of safety.
• Follows all laws and policies, including CSN and Engelstad School of Health Science’s Limited entry policies and procedures, in regard to student selection, fairness, and cultural concerns.
• Other duties per the CBA and as required or assigned.
• Hold PTA meetings as necessary and required each semester/academic year to ensure compliance with professional, accreditation, and school standards.
• Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by the profession, accrediting bodies, department, school, and college-wide committees.
• Maintain personal licensure, certification(s), and health documentation as required.
• Perform all other faculty/PD duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Grant-in-Aid: Tuition & fee assistance for employees and their families at NSHE institutions.
• Time Off: CSN provides a variety of time off options to help employees manage their work-life balance.
• Holidays: All CSN employees receive 12 paid holidays per year.
• Benefits: CSN offers attractive and customizable health insurance plans for employee and dependents.
• Retirement Plan: Participants contribute 19.25% with 100% employer match.
• On-site Early Childhood Education Center services available
• Learning & professional development opportunities.
• Active CSN Affinity Groups that focus on campus-wide diversity initiatives to create a welcoming campus climate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director