Adjunct Faculty Instructor – Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Adjunct Faculty
- Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for an Adjunct Faculty
- Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Prepares individuals for employment as entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants. Instructors will teach in the classroom and/or laboratory and/or assist with student assessment on practical examinations and skill check-offs.

• Licensed PT or PTA.
• Minimum of one year experience of practice.
• Earned Bachelor's Degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution required

• Teach to the specific knowledge base and technical skills for students to be able to provide care as an entry-level Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Instruct on professional behaviors that comply with legal standards and adhere to the ethical standards established by the American Physical Therapy Association for Physical Therapists Assistants.
• Make a reasonable effort to participate in professional development activities in order to identify and implement effective teaching strategies that foster student learning.
• Make a reasonable effort to foster honest academic conduct and ensure that his or her evaluations of students reflect each student's performance.
• Demonstrate respect for students as individuals and foster a respectful atmosphere in the classroom or an online learning environment.
• Treat all students with respect and fairness without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, weight, height, marital status, familial status, protected disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief or any other status protected by law.
• Demonstrate mastery of course material, come to class prepared to teach the day's lesson (including preparing all handouts, exams or other materials before the start of class), and present the material conscientiously.
• Teach course(s) in accordance with the description in the Course Master and in accordance with Department and/or standardized course policies. It is recognized that the methods, procedures, and interpretations of various instructors may differ.
• Be available for student consultations and provide guidance to students to promote student learning and success.
• Meet all scheduled classes, final examinations, check-offs, as scheduled.
• Grade and return written work to students in a timely manner. Maintain appropriate records of students' attendance, intermediate, and final grades; submit required reports to the appropriate office by the scheduled deadlines.
• Develop and distribute an effective course syllabus, following the guidelines of College policies and incorporate required elements of the course master; adhere to the written syllabus throughout the semester, within reasonable limits; participate in the College course evaluation process.
• Be informed of the Colleges support services for students and recommend their use, when advisable.
• Make every reasonable effort to attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Behave appropriately in dealing with students and staff so as to maintain a scholarly and professional atmosphere.
• Notify the Associate Dean as soon as possible if unable to meet scheduled class session; schedule personal vacations to coincide with the College.
• Responsible for performing, analyzing and reporting assessment of student learning.