Physical Therapist Assistant Adjunct Faculty, Spring 2026

Elgin Community College•Elgin, IL

About The Position

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie. Work Schedule: As required by the department Rate of Pay/Benefits: This is a Part-Time Adjunct Faculty position with the following pay rate per contact hour: Less than MA: $1,069 MA or Above: $1,109 The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable. Benefits: Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b) Paid Time Off Professional Development/Expense Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) FLSA Status: Exempt Grant Funded: No Job Summary: Adjunct teaching faculty provide instruction aligned with the college's strategic goals and evaluate students' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.

Requirements

Licensed PT with a Master’s degree or PTA with a Bachelor’s degree, and a current license to practice PT or PTA in any US jurisdiction
Minimum of 3 years experience as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year experience year of teaching or didactic experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver Instruction
Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
Prepare lessons
Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets
Prepare labs
Enforce lab safety procedures
Evaluate Student Progress
Keep accurate record of student performance
Provide students with timely feedback
Provide Student Assistance
Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication
Refer students to student support services
Accommodate special needs students
Maintain current knowledge in contemporary physical therapy practice as it applies to the courses in which you teach through
Complete assessment matrix regarding student performance
Communicate regularly with Program Director
Participate in faculty meetings
Create course curriculum maps to ensure alignment of course objectives with learning activities and assessment tools
Participate in assessment meetings
Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description