Part Time Faculty, Physical Therapy

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

South University in West Palm Beach is seeking a dedicated instructor for the Physical Therapist Assistant program. The instructor will facilitate meaningful learning and develop the curriculum while promoting student success. Candidates should possess a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a commitment to student engagement.

The role emphasizes collaborative teaching, innovative educational strategies, and participation in program governance. South University is committed to diversity and offers a supportive work environment where education thrives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of full-time clinical experience in physical therapy.
• Experience in a variety of teaching areas is preferred.
• Membership in a professional association related to instruction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates meaningful learning and supports the learning environment.
• Develops and implements physical therapist assistant curriculum.
• Manages the learning environment and maintains records.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Time management and detail-oriented skills

Computer-based skills

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university

Job description

South University West Palm Beach, FL, 9801 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, May 29, 2026 | Expires Saturday, June 20, 2026

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional 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 the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home.

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

Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.

South University, the right direction for a brighter future.

POSITION SUMMARY

The instructor facilitates meaningful learning of the course competencies in the curriculum and proactively supports all facets of the learning environment. S/He provides education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. S/He encourages a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life‑long learning and ethics as well as personal and professional development. Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion - is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

• Provides competency-based education which aligns with the South University model of curricula as well as supports the South University style of system delivery.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates physical therapist assistant (PTA) curriculum in collaboration with other PTA faculty on‑campus and across campuses.
• Enables the achievement of pre‑described exit competencies for student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction which fosters competencies and establishes student performance criteria and evaluation.
• Participates in the governance and short‑ and long‑term planning of the program and the university.
• Delivers learning‑centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
• Promotes student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and students and engaging students in the learning process.
• Manages the learning environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school/campus academic and attendance policies.
• Contributes to a learning culture by participating on curriculum and system task forces, supporting local campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and meetings.
• Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by the continuation of professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
• Fulfills other responsibilities as determined by the Program Director.
• Participates in annual faculty development as required by the university and to maintain state licensure as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.

REQUIREMENTS

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from a regionally accredited university (preferred). Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university (required).
• Minimum of three (3) years of full‑time (or equivalent) post‑licensure clinical experience in physical therapy, including experience in the PT/PTA relationship (required).
• Experience in a variety of areas of teaching (e.g., academic, clinical, continuing education, in‑service), in post‑secondary or college institutions (preferred).
• Membership in a professional association tied to area of instruction preferred.
• Understanding of contemporary physical practice and its relation to PTA education.
• Service on behalf of physical therapy education, the community, and/or the profession.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with student populations.
• Demonstrated time management and detail‑oriented skills.
• Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills).
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
• Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse school/campus constituents.
• Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct supervision.
• Ability to learn from students’ participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual.

ENVIRONMENT

The duties and characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email, video conference and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

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

South University West Palm Beach, FL, 9801 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States of America