Description
Instruct and implement the Physical Therapist Assistant program to educate students in accordance with the curriculum standards and objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students, including scheduled activities and materials for semesters.
- Assess curriculum and provide input based on professional expectations and contemporary expertise.
- Participate in developing processes and procedures to ensure students' readiness and safety before their clinical education experience.
- Participate in continuing education courses to acquire and improve knowledge in teaching methodologies, adult learning, and creating practical learning experiences.
- Participate in PMI service and professional service events.
- Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student needs and established curriculum.
- Monitor program students' attendance and coordinate with the Associate Director when absences occur two days in a row. Prepare attendance reports weekly for the office management department.
- Review student success rates and implement a plan to reduce student withdrawals. Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program. Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.
- Maintain student grades by established policies. Prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.
- Evaluate students' performance regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
- Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and visits to therapy clinics.
- Prepare lectures, labs, and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.
- Assist and advise students with the Physical Therapist Assistant program curriculum.
- May assist and coordinate externships for Physical Therapist Assistant students.
- Participates in projects to assist in meeting department goals determined by the Program Director.
The list of essential functions is incomplete and may be supplemented.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.
- Associate's degree from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapy program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Baccalaureate degree preferred.
- Three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent, post-licensure clinical experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist.
- Documented contemporary expertise in the area of teaching responsibility and knowledge of the content delivery method.
- One (1) year of documented experience as an instructor in a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapy program preferred.
- Physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who is licensed, registered, or has certification according to regulations in the state where the program is located.
- A physical therapist or physical therapist assistant may hold a license, registration, or certification from any U.S. jurisdiction unless otherwise indicated in the state practice act where the program is located.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint. and other computer skills.
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