Job Description

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program Adjunct Faculty • School of Physical Therapy

South College - We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.

20,000 Students

10 Campuses

Competency Based Education

Online

South College invites applications for Adjunct Faculty positions in the developing hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the South College Dallas campus. While relocation to Dallas is encouraged, it is not required for all positions.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop or assist the Course Coordinator in developing assigned physical therapy courses based on expertise and experience, to include:

• Develop and deliver appropriate distance education and onsite lab immersive learning experiences that allow students to achieve course objectives
• Develop and deliver appropriate assessments of student performance using both traditional methods (e.g., written tests, practical examinations, etc.) and nontraditional methods (e.g., forum discussions, video demonstrations, etc.), as appropriate
• Maintain current records of student participation and grades in the course
• Provide quality academic performance feedback to students in a timely manner.

2. Lead or participate in all post course assessment activities, to include:

• Review of student and faculty course evaluations
• Scheduling and conducting a faculty team post course analysis meeting to discuss course strengths, weaknesses, and areas to sustain or improve.

3. Ensure all teaching and education responsibilities provide for compliance with accreditation policies and procedures.

While faculty will be contracted into positions in 2025, please note that the position will not start until 2027, with the exact timing based on coursework assignments. Additional adjunct positions may be available at one of the other campuses in the interim if applicant is interested.

Requirements

Education

• Earned terminal academic doctorate in a discipline appropriate for teaching responsibilities

OR

• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (or tDPT) (ABPTS is recommended, not required)

Licensure

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas or the state of residence.

Experience

• Active in clinical practice, especially as applicable to clinical education.
• Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels.
• Experience consistent with South College System for Faculty Rank