Instructor of Physical Therapist Assistant Program - Adjunct Faculty

McHenry County College; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks dedicated instructors who are passionate about student learning and engagement. This role involves teaching courses in physical therapy, promoting educational excellence, and collaborating with colleagues to achieve strategic goals. Instructors will assess student progress and maintain high standards of academic integrity. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a chance to make a significant impact in the community. If you are committed to fostering a diverse learning environment and inspiring students, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in Illinois as a Physical Therapist or Assistant.
• Minimum of two years post-licensure clinical experience in physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned by the College, including daytime and evening classes.
• Assess student learning and maintain accurate attendance records.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Educational Technology

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Canvas

Information Technology Skills

Job description

Workweek

Schedule dependent upon assigned classes. Salaries are dependent upon education and semesters taught at MCC per theMCC Adjunct Faculty Agreement 24/25.

Position Summary

MCC instructors are higher-education professionals who champion student learning. They engage and inspire students, applying innovative teaching and learning pedagogies in instruction. They assess student learning to ensure students success, staying abreast of trends in the discipline. Our instructors collaborate within the College as discipline experts, helping the College reach its strategic goals through active participation in college committees and by promoting the College to future students throughout our community.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

Including but are not limited to:

• Teaching courses as assigned by the College
• Available to teach daytime, evening, and weekend classes, as needed
• Available for student conferences either before or after class, and by college email or special appointment if necessary
• Participate with producing documentation relating to program accreditation standards to achieve and maintain accreditation
• Work cooperatively within the department, the division, and throughout the College in striving for educational excellence
• Keep appraised of external agency regulations and changes to regulations that directly impact a particular curriculum
• Assess student learning and participate in assessment of the PTA program
• Continue professional development in area of contemporary clinical expertise and in teaching/learning strategies
• Maintain and submit accurate student and course-related paperwork and data needed for college and grant purposes in a timely fashion
• Maintain and submit accurate attendance records.

Required Qualifications

• Current licensure (or eligibility) in Illinois as a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

• If a Physical TherapistAssistant, earned an associate degree from a regionally accredited institution
• If a Physical Therapist, earned bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Minimum of two (2) years of full-time (35 hr./wk. or equivalent) post-licensure clinical experience in physical therapy
• Current knowledge and skill in the use of information and computer technology (e.g., word processing, e-mail, database) or proven ability to learn these skills
• Willingness to use educational technology (i.e. Canvas)
• Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal and practice issues affect clinical education, students, and the profession of physical therapy
• Contemporary expertise in assigned teaching areas (CAPTE 3C & 4D)
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, especially regarding contemporary expertisespecific to assigned teaching content
• Commitment to the mission of the community college, and to teaching and motivating community college students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds and learning styles
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

Equal Employment Opportunity

McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission, employment, participation in educational programs, or activities, without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disabilities, military status, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge from military service, or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring, promotion, termination, wages or salaries, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. MCC is committed to diversity and inclusion in its college community. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in any aspect of the hiring process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].