Adjunct Faculty - Physical Therapy

South University; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

FSA/HSA

Tuition Assistant Program

Long/Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K Match

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

Domestic partner coverage

Job summary

South University seeks an on-campus Adjunct Faculty member to deliver instruction and promote student success across programs. The role emphasizes aligning course design with university models and facilitating engaging learning experiences in a timely and professional manner.

The candidate will design and deliver content, stay current with industry practices, and collaborate with campus staff on committees and events. Teaching experience and appropriate degrees are required.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution in the discipline to be taught (with concentration in the teaching discipline).
• For undergraduate programs, a master’s degree with concentration in the teaching discipline is required.
• For associate programs in physical therapist assistant, a bachelor’s degree with preferred master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform Faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job description and the Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.
• Designs and delivers instruction in alignment with the South University model.
• Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by continuing professional/technical skills development.
• Promotes student success by showing flexibility and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students.
• Manages the educational process to ensure a positive educational experience.
• Practices effective outreach to at-risk and/or absent students.
• Communicates consistently with Supervisors, University Administrators, Faculty, and other South University Departments.
• Manages the learning environment through keeping accurate records and enforcing academic policies.
• Participates in the Faculty development process to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Supports local campus by participating on committees, events such as orientation and graduation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Student engagement

Relationship building

Education

Terminal degree in discipline

Master's degree for undergraduate teaching

Bachelor's degree for associate programs

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Curriculum design tools

Job description

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environmentthat will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff andstudents eager to play a role in helping you achieve yourprofessional goals, on campus and online.

The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed theeducation and spirit of community that have become our pledge tostudents, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of SouthUniversity. Whether you have been part of the University family formany years, have recently come our way, or are thinking aboutjoining us, you will find South University to be a place you cancall home.

What's next for you is the first priority for us!

Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about whatmakes us stand apart as a place where you can make a difference inthe lives of students eager to learn and grow.

South University, the right direction for a brighter future.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA/HSA
• Tuition Assistant Program
• Long/Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Match
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• includes domestic partner coverage

POSITION SUMMARY:

Adjunct Faculty responsibilities include classroom instruction,facilitating meaningful learning of course outcomes, assistingstudents toward successful program completion, and promoting theacademic well-being of the program. Adjunct Faculty alsoparticipate in activities that promote the stature of the academicprograms, Departments, and Colleges and abide by the mandates setby the South University Board of Trustees and Administration.Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy isconsidered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of thisposition: quality services to clients; development, growth,involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economicprinciples; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive toinnovation, positive thinking and expansion. (This positionis on-campus. NOT remote.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform Faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty jobdescription and the Faculty Supplement to the South UniversityEmployee Handbook.
2. Designs and delivers instruction in alignment with the SouthUniversity model.
3. Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning bycontinuing professional/technical skills development andintroducing professional/industry perspective into courses.
4. Promotes student success by showing flexibility and exhibitinga passion for teaching and students.
5. Manages the educational process to ensure a positiveeducational experience.
6. Practices effective outreach to at-risk and/or absentstudents.
7. Communicates consistently and effectively with Supervisors,University Administrators, Faculty, and other South UniversityDepartments.
8. Manages the learning environment through keeping accuraterecords and enforcing academic policies consistent with theUniversity, College/School, Campus, or Online Division.
9. Participates in the Faculty development process to enhanceknowledge, skills, and abilities.
10. Supports local campus by participating on committees, eventssuch as orientation and graduation, including various otherworkshops and meetings. (Campus).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• For graduate programs, a terminal degree from a regionallyaccredited institution in the discipline to be taught, with aconcentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduatesemester hours in the teaching discipline) required.
• For undergraduate programs, a master’s degree from a regionallyaccredited institution in the discipline to be taught, with aconcentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduatesemester hours in the teaching discipline) required.
• For associate degree programs in physical therapist assistant,an entry-level degree in physical therapy (PT) or physicaltherapist assistant (PTA) and a minimum of a bachelor’s degree froma federally recognized Institutional Accrediting Agency (or itsinternational equivalent) are required. A master’s degree ispreferred.
• At least six months teaching experience at anotherpost-secondary education institution (preferred).
• Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure orcertification as applicable to the discipline.
• Membership in a professional association tied to area ofinstruction (preferred).
• Practical experience in the discipline of the program andknowledge of current best practices (in field).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including theability to build successful relationships with students andfaculty.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail. Computerbased skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writingskills) and experience with computerized learning managementsystems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here arerepresentative of those encountered while performing the essentialfunctions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be madeto enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions of the position.

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer andembraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, studentand graduate success. We are committed to building and developing adiverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures andperspectives can thrive.