Adjunct Faculty - Physical Therapy

Touro College and University System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks highly qualified adjunct faculty for its Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. This role offers the opportunity to teach a variety of courses, including Musculoskeletal PT and Neuromuscular PT. Faculty will prepare lectures, design assignments, and evaluate student knowledge, utilizing modern tools like Canvas to enhance learning. The position is part of a pooled hiring process, allowing for flexibility as openings arise. If you have a passion for teaching and a background in physical therapy, this is a rewarding opportunity to impact future professionals in a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree for non-PT courses.
• Entry-level Physical Therapy Degree required for PT specific courses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses within area of expertise.
• Utilize Canvas to post materials and enhance course content.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Entry-level Physical Therapy Degree

Specialist certification or residency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Canvas (learning management system)

Job description

Overview

The Touro University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Manhattan Campus has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach a variety of courses in the DPT curriculum. Applicants with expertise in Musculoskeletal PT, Neuromuscular PT, PT Administration, Advocacy, as well as basic sciences such as Physiology and Exercise Physiology are encouraged to apply. This is a pooled position from which adjunct faculty will be hired. As openings occur we will draw candidates from this pool. Applicants whose area of expertise meets the needs of the program will be contacted.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and teach courses within area of expertise as assigned for the semester hired.
• Design class lectures, activities, and assignments that meet the course objectives and syllabus requirement.
• Create examinations to evaluate student knowledge.
• Utilize Canvas (our learning management system) to post materials and enhance course content.
• Grade assignments within the course and submit course grades at the completion of the course.
• Meet with students as needed to provide support and guidance.
• Attend meetings with Program Director as requested or as needed.

Qualifications

Education/ Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree for non-PT courses.
• Entry-level Physical Therapy Degree required for PT specific courses.
• Specialist certification or residency in subject matter taught.
• Prior teaching experience.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook.

Salary

Maximum Salary: USD $100.00/Hr. Minimum Salary: USD $60.00/Hr.