Spokane Colleges · 8 hours ago
Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director/Instructor - Tenure Track - Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$77K/yr - $109K/yr
5+ years expCommunity Colleges of Spokane is dedicated to empowering students through transformative education. They are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director/Instructor to lead the PTA program, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and providing high-quality instruction to students.
EducationHigher EducationTutoring
No H1B
Responsibilities
Prepare for and instructs, through traditional classroom and distance education modes, lecture and lab classes in the discipline of Physical Therapist Assistant; Assignments may be at off-campus centers and may also include evening classes
Provide availability and accessibility to students for purpose of academic consulting and support through office hours, email, or other effective communication methods
Communicate clear expectations and grading criteria through syllabi, rubrics, and materials supporting the instructional process. Provide timely and constructive feedback to students
Participate in district, division, department, or general faculty meetings; in-service training; curriculum development; academic consulting; workshops or seminars; service on district or college councils or committees, or other activities within the scope of the position
Comply with institutional, state, and federal procedures and regulations related to instruction, grading, safety, and administrative processes
Support and advance the Spokane Colleges strategic plan and perform other duties within the scope of a faculty role
Direct the work of paraprofessional employees and assigned work-study students including ensuring assigned staff adhere to acceptable behavior and performance standards
Demonstrate that assigned staff have been informed how behavior and performance will be assessed, receive timely and accurate feedback regarding performance, and any observed performance and behavioral problems are corrected promptly
Provide leadership and coordination for the PTA Program, including course scheduling, budget input, and communication between faculty and the Dean
Oversee adjunct faculty processes such as assignment coordination, onboarding, and evaluation in alignment with college and contractual requirements
Support the quality and integrity of the program by facilitating curriculum review, advisory committee engagement, learning-outcome assessment, and maintenance of program policies and student handbooks
Assist students with program navigation, advising, progression toward graduation, and referrals to appropriate campus resources when concerns arise
Ensure the program meets specialized accreditation requirements by maintaining required documentation, coordinating reports, and preparing the program for accreditation reviews and site visits
Qualification
Required
Current license or certification as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant in any U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to become licensed in Washington State
Able to meet the faculty requirements as stated in the Evaluative Criteria for the Accreditation of Physical Therapist Assistant Programs
Active, unrestricted Washington State PT or PTA licensure or the ability to become licensed in Washington State
An earned Master's degree from an accredited institution with emphasis and concentration in the teaching areas outlined above
A minimum of five years (or equivalent), full-time, post licensure experience that includes a minimum of three years (or equivalent) of full-time clinical experience
Demonstrate an understanding of education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for leadership in physical therapist assistant education
Didactic and/or clinical teaching experience
Clinical teaching/clinical instructing and/or clinical coordination experience
Experience collaborating with PTA's in the clinical setting
Demonstrates strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills
Experience in administration/management of staff and/or programs
Current knowledge and skill in the use of information and computer technology as applicable to organizing and managing curriculum, teaching and program development/review
Ability to work with students, faculty and staff who require accommodations (ADA) as well as follow the principles of universal design in instructional materials
Demonstrate knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal and practice issues affecting clinical education, students, and the profession of physical therapy
Commitment to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and learning
Demonstrate the ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with colleagues across programs and divisions
Commitment to the mission and role of community colleges
Preferred
Doctorate in Physical Therapy or a related field
Active in clinical practice or currently teaching
Prior teaching experience in a Physical Therapist Assistant academic program
Experience in educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation and outcome assessment, including the equivalent of nine credits of coursework in educational foundations
Experience with program accreditation
Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels
Experience teaching or clinical experience working with diverse populations
Benefits
Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board
TIAA-Cref retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan
Leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract
Company
Spokane Colleges
Our vista of the future is grounded in our mission.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amber McKenzie
Assistant Dean of Global Education and Strategic Partnernships
Breanne Riley
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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