Instructor of Physical Therapist Assistant Program - Adjunct Faculty

McHenry County College; Bull Valley (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

McHenry County College is seeking dedicated instructors for physical therapy programs to inspire and educate students. Candidates should hold relevant licensure and degrees, demonstrating a commitment to fostering learning in diverse environments. Responsibilities include teaching, assessing students, and maintaining program standards.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Engagement in college committees

Qualifications

• Current licensure in Illinois as PT or PTA.
• 2+ years post-licensure clinical experience in physical therapy.
• Commitment to community college mission and diverse student backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned and assess student learning.
• Maintain accurate student records and participate in accreditation standards.
• Engage with students and participate in professional development.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution

Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution (if PTA)

Tools

Canvas

Information technology

Job description

Workweek

Schedule dependent upon assigned classes. Salaries are dependent upon education and semesters taught at MCC per the MCC 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 Therapist Assistant, 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].