PTA Program Director — Elevate Education & Accreditation

South College; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

South College, Cranberry Township campus, is seeking a full-time Program Director for the Physical Therapy Assistant program. The director will provide leadership for program planning, scheduling, assessment, and liaison with accreditation bodies, while managing budgets and resources.

The role requires advancing innovative, outcomes-based education, coordinating with faculty and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with CAPTE standards.

Qualifications

• Higher education leadership and program management experience.
• Experience with CAPTE accreditation standards and processes.
• Current licensure in good standing as Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of hire.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead program planning, scheduling, and assessment for the PTA program.
• Oversee curriculum development and ensure learning outcomes meet standards.
• Supervise faculty and coordinate department activities; manage budgets.
• Engage with accreditation bodies and prepare reports.
• Support student advisement and tutoring initiatives.
• Represent the college in committees and community activities.
• Ensure compliance with policies and reporting requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Administration

Accreditation knowledge

Education

Doctorate or Master’s degree in discipline

Job description

South College, Cranberry Township campus, is seeking a full-time Program Director for the Physical Therapy Assistant program. The director will provide leadership for program planning, scheduling, assessment, and liaison with accreditation bodies, while managing budgets and resources.

The role requires advancing innovative, outcomes-based education, coordinating with faculty and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with CAPTE standards.