Position Summary Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is seeking adjunct faculty for the Physical Therapist Assistant program. This position is a part-time
faculty appointment and has teaching, laboratory assistant, and service responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the PTA Program at Rowan-Cabarrus. This individual must demonstrate competence in teaching and curriculum development. The positions are available for individuals with expertise and skills that reflect current practice, as needed to provide a comprehensive education to our students. A part-time faculty member teaches students and facilitates learning in an assigned academic discipline. Part-time faculty are expected to maintain high standards of professionalism and academic standards. Their primary focus is direct student teaching, preparation and assessment of instruction, and appropriate support of learners. All academic professionals are expected to know and follow College policies and to respect the academy. Faculty may be assigned a teaching schedule that includes any college location and, at times, meets student, program, and college needs. Duties and Responsibilities Successfully prepare, manage, and deliver course content in order to achieve course objectives, accommodate diverse learning styles, and meet student learning outcomes. Actively engage students and provide prompt, objective, respectful, and effective feedback. Communicate and follow the course syllabus content in accordance with directions provided and administrative guidance. Work collaboratively with the Colleges support services to identify and address the students academic support needs. Utilize College technology for the delivery of instruction and completion of operational processes; this includes but is not limited to the Colleges learning management system, email and calendaring solution, document management system(s), student information system, and employee portals. Meet deadlines, including maintaining and submitting accurate class records, employee records/requests, and other assigned tasks. When applicable, ensure laboratories are appropriately stocked with required supplies and that equipment is in safe operating order. Facilitate a positive, student-centered, and professional environment among students, faculty, and staff. Required Education/Experience Graduate of an accredited PT or PTA program Licensed in North Carolina Contemporary expertise in Cardiopulmonary, Acute care, Pediatrics, Neurology, TBI, and/or Orthotics/Prosthetics Teaching effectiveness Current knowledge and skill in the use of information and computer technology or proven ability to learn these skills. Able to work with students with special needs based on the ADA Member of the APTA. Student evaluation effectiveness Licensed to practice in North Carolina Master's Degree or higher
