"Physical Therapy Assistant Instructor"

Job Description

The ideal candidate for this position is an equity-minded individual who understands the importance of creating opportunities in Physical Therapy Assistant for students who have been historically underserved. Saddleback College seeks candidates who view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility and who strive to reframe inequities as a problem of practice. In addition, the ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to student-centered teaching practices, effective cross-disciplinary and cross campus collaboration, transparent decision-making, and purposeful service to the community. The ideal candidate will embrace the role of an educator who is continually learning anti-racist pedagogy and adapting to the needs of a diverse student population.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with any changes in District policy and/or the faculty collective bargaining agreement.

• Develops and Reviews the Physical Therapist Assistant Program Curriculum to assure that the curriculum meets the standards of the college, CAPTE criteria and the regional employers of physical therapist assistants.
• Teach Physical Therapy Assistant and related courses to a diverse student population.
• Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions in support of student success.
• Develop culturally relevant course content, culturally responsive pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and/or are students who are historically underserved. The ideal candidate should have experience with relevant pedagogical techniques to engage diverse student populations such as African American, Chicanx and Latinx, Native Americans, Asian American and Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students.
• Participate in curriculum development and serve on department, division/school, college and district committees as necessary to maintain and improve the instructional program; participate in appropriate professional development activities.
• Engage in co-curricular activities, including planning, implementing, and teaching in special programs designed to support student success.
• Participate in the formulation of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and the Student Learning Outcomes assessment cycle.
• Maintain formal office hours; stay current on information as discussed in department and division/school meetings.
• Provide an average of one (1) hour per week of college service that supports the division/school, college and/or District goals through active participation in one or more of the following categories: committee work on the department, division/school, college, and/or district level; non-classroom college, district, or community activities; department/division/school activities, events, or meetings; student club advisor activities or events.
• Remain current in your discipline, of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to areas of assignment; learn and apply emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications, Artificial Intelligence) as necessary to assist and support student success.
• Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including comply with the applicable Course Outline of Record(s) (COR); respond to and evaluate student work regularly and consistently, inform students on a timely basis of their progress in the course throughout the term; and respond to student academic concerns, as appropriate, in a timely manner. Comply with district, college and division/school policies in the performance of duties.
• Work cooperatively with staff and students.
• Regular and consistent performance of the requirements of your position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must meet all of the following qualifications: Any masters degree; Holds a current license/certification to practice as a PT or PTA in any United States jurisdiction; Minimum of five years (or equivalent), full-time, post licensure experience that includes a minimum of three years (or equivalent) of full-time clinical experience within any United States jurisdiction; Classroom, lab, or clinical teaching experience; Experience in administration, management, and leadership (experience derived from the clinic are acceptable); Professional development or education in all of the following: educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment.
• AND Commitment to equity and diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within an educational environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum development and accreditation with CAPTE.
• PT advanced specializations: Pediatrics, Orthopedics, and Neurology.

Application Procedure

To be considered a candidate for this position, the following materials must be electronically uploaded: Completed South Orange County Community College District online application including education and experience; Cover letter; Current resume and/or curriculum vitae; Copy of PT or PTA license or certification; Academic transcripts of all college level coursework showing date degree awarded from an accredited institution. For consideration, degree(s) must be awarded at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application. Successful candidate must provide official transcripts upon hire. Non-U.S. transcripts must include a certified U.S. evaluation (i.e., NACES agency: www.naces.org) at the time of application.

You will also be required to answer the following questions: How has your professional background and experience prepared you to be an effective instructor at a college that is committed to equity, values diversity, and expects inclusion? Incomplete application packages will not be considered. All submitted materials become the property of the South Orange County Community College District and will not be returned or copied and will be considered for this position only.

Compensation and Fringe Benefits

Full-time faculty are paid on the Academic Salary Schedule. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits which includes medical and dental insurance, vision-care plan, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, long-term disability plan, and legal plan. All premiums are fully paid by the District.