"Adjunct Faculty - Physical Therapy Assistant"

Job Details

ABOUT US
We are Harper College…the college in your community.

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.

Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices. We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at:

https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements: Licensed PT with a Master’s degree or PTA with a Bachelor’s degree, current license to practice PT or PTA in any US jurisdiction, and eligibility in Illinois.

Experience Requirements: At least 3 years experience as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant. Preferred: 1 year teaching or didactic experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Schedule Information: Days/evenings/weekends depending upon course schedule

***This posting will be used to obtain a pool of qualified candidates for the above subjects. As teaching needs arise, these applications will be reviewed for possible interviews***

The number of adjunct instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department. Your application can remain "Under Review by Committee" for 18 months. You may check your status at any time by logging into jobs.harpercollege.edu with your username and password.

Job Description:

Hiring a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant to teach various courses in our physical therapist assistant program. Our program is an in-person program, therefore, teaching will be done on our Palatine, IL campus. Teaching responsibilities will include the following:

• Prepare course syllabi
• Teaching in the classroom/lab
• Prepare teaching materials
• Mentor students
• Create and present lectures
• Assess student performance through written assignments, exams and practical exams
• Maintain current knowledge in contemporary physical therapy practice as it applies to the courses in which you teach through CEUs, PDUs and/or clinical practice
• Complete assessment matrix regarding student performance
• Communicate regularly with program coordinator
• 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 requested by program coordinator as defined by CAPTE

Education Requirements: Licensed PT with a Master’s degree or PTA with a Bachelor’s degree, current license to practice PT or PTA in any US jurisdiction, and eligibility in Illinois.

Experience Requirements: At least 3 years experience as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant. Preferred: 1 year teaching or didactic experience.

Required Documents: ***A resume and cover letter are required to complete the application process***

• Official transcripts required upon hire
• Employment is contingent upon Criminal Background Check.
• Employment sponsorship is not available.

Applicable Benefits: We offer a competitive, semester by semester adjunct pay, with Harper tuition waivers, sick/personal business leave, and a comprehensive Adjunct Faculty Professional Development Program.

Harper College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create an inclusive learning and working environment where individual differences and identities are respected, valued and embraced. We encourage women, people from historically underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

ABOUT THE TEAM

With continuous advancement in patient carer, health care workers with training in the latest technology and best practices are in constant demand. The Harper College Health Careers Division prepares students for a career in a variety of health settings, from hospitals and clinics, to nursing homes and community based organizations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Description:

Hiring a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant to teach various courses in our physical therapist assistant program. Our program is an in-person program, therefore, teaching will be done on our Palatine, IL campus. Teaching responsibilities will include the following:

• Prepare course syllabi
• Teaching in the classroom/lab
• Prepare teaching materials
• Mentor students
• Create and present lectures
• Assess student performance through written assignments, exams and practical exams
• Maintain current knowledge in contemporary physical therapy practice as it applies to the courses in which you teach through CEUs, PDUs and/or clinical practice
• Complete assessment matrix regarding student performance
• Communicate regularly with program coordinator
• 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 requested by program coordinator as defined by CAPTE