Tenure-Track Faculty: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program

Heartland Community College; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Community College in Normal, IL invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. The 9-month appointment is anticipated to begin Spring 2027 and may include an ACCE assignment.

You will teach in classroom and lab settings and contribute to curriculum design and program development. Applicants should have a degree to practice Physical Therapy and an active Illinois PT license, plus at least 3 years of post-licensure

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in PT/PTA preferred.
• Curriculum development and assessment experience.
• Ability to contribute to program development and accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom and lab instruction in PTA program.
• Participate in curriculum design, assessment, and refinement to align with best practices and standards.
• Contribute to department projects, program review, accreditation, and strategic planning.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Program development

Education

Physical therapy degree (DPT or equivalent)

Illinois PT license

Job description

Join a mission-driven community college committed to student success, hands‑on learning, and strengthening the future of healthcare! We invite passionate and collaborative Physical Therapists to apply for a full‑time, tenure‑track faculty position in our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. This is a 9‑month position anticipated to begin Spring 2027. Heartland’s PTA program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

As a faculty member, you will play a key role in preparing the next generation of Physical Therapist Assistants through engaging instruction, supportive mentorship, and participation in program development. There is an optional additional assignment as the Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE).

• Teaching & Instruction: Deliver engaging learning experiences in classroom and lab settings, with the possibility of teaching in other disciplines
• Curriculum Development: Participate in curriculum design, assessment, and refinement to ensure alignment with best practices and evolving professional standards
• Program & Department Engagement: Contribute to department projects, program review, accreditation processes, and strategic planning initiatives
• College Service: Serve on department and College‑wide committees that advance student success and institutional goals

• Earned degree to practice Physical Therapy
• Current Illinois Physical Therapist license
• Minimum of 3 years of documented full‑time post‑licensure clinical experience in physical therapy
• Ability to work effectively and inclusively with diverse students, colleagues, and community partners

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a clinical instructor
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching and/or curriculum development experience in a PT or PTA program
• Ability to teach additional courses within other Health Sciences disciplines

Contact Kelly Pyle, Dean of Health Sciences, with questions at [e-mail] or 309-268-8755.

Anticipated starting salary range for this 9‑month position is $68,327 - $85,331, plus any applicable pay for overload and/or summer assignments.

Review of applications will be ongoing as needed.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN NORMAL, IL AND REQUIRES ON-CAMPUS/IN-PERSON PRESENCE.