Adjunct Faculty - Physical Therapy - LI Campus

Touro University; North Great River (NY); On-site; USD 82,656 - 137,760; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full range of Health Plans

Dependent Care and Transit Programs

Retirement Plan (403b)

Touro University Tuition Exemption Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Touro University is seeking Adjunct Faculty for its Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at the Long Island Campus. The role involves teaching various courses within the DPT curriculum, requiring expertise in key areas such as Musculoskeletal PT and Neuromuscular PT.

Candidates should possess an entry-level Physical Therapy degree and prior teaching experience. Strong communication and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. Full benefits are offered including health plans and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Entry level Physical Therapy Degree required for physical therapy courses.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree for other courses.
• Prior teaching experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses within area of expertise as assigned for the semester hired.
• Design class lectures, activities, and assignments.
• Grade assignments and submit course grades.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Entry level Physical Therapy Degree

Bachelor's degree

Specialist certification or residency

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Physical Therapy - LI Campus

Overview

The Touro University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Long Island 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 (Note: this position also exists for the Manhattan campus DPT program under a separate job link).

Responsibilities

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

• Entry level Physical Therapy Degree required for physical therapy courses.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree for other courses.
• Specialist certification or residency in subject matter taught.
• Prior Teaching experience.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

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

Maximum Salary

USD $100.00/Hr.

Minimum Salary

USD $60.00/Hr.

Benefits

• Full range of Health Plans
  • Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
• Dependent Care and Transit Programs
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability programs
• Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre‑tax contributions immediately following employment)
• Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
• Generous Paid Time Off
  • Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
  • Annual Holiday Schedule

Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment. Inquiries or complaints concerning the non‑discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, [e-mail] (646‑565‑6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at [e-mail] and 646‑565‑6000 x55330.