PTA Program Chair: Curriculum & Clinical Education Leader

Georgia Piedmont Technical College; Clarkston (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Piedmont Technical College in Clarkston, GA, seeks a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant Program Chair to lead and manage the PTA program. The role includes curriculum development, course scheduling, and ensuring accreditation standards are met, along with teaching and supervising clinical experiences.

The position emphasizes collaboration with faculty, clinical partners, and college leadership to drive program outcomes, implement improvements, and support student success and

Qualifications

• Must have experience designing and evaluating PT/PTA curricula.
• Proven ability to lead faculty and coordinate clinical partnerships.
• Experience aligning programs with CAPTE or other accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Develop curriculum, schedule courses, and ensure accreditation alignment.
• Teach didactic and laboratory courses and supervise clinical experiences.
• Mentor students to support academic success and professional readiness.
• Participate in department and institutional committees and manage program resources.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Assessment & accreditation

Communication

Educational technology

Education

Master’s degree or higher in physical therapy or related field

Current or eligible Georgia PT/PTA license

Job description

Georgia Piedmont Technical College in Clarkston, GA, seeks a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant Program Chair to lead and manage the PTA program. The role includes curriculum development, course scheduling, and ensuring accreditation standards are met, along with teaching and supervising clinical experiences.

The position emphasizes collaboration with faculty, clinical partners, and college leadership to drive program outcomes, implement improvements, and support student success and