Adjunct Faculty, Physical Therapy

South University – West Palm Beach Campus, 9801 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States.

Adjunct Faculty responsibilities include classroom instruction, facilitating meaningful learning of course outcomes, assisting students toward successful program completion, and promoting academic well‑being. Faculty also partake in activities that promote the stature of academic programs, departments, and colleges while abiding by the mandates set by the South University Board of Trustees and Administration. This is a campus‑based position (not remote) and requires evening availability.

• Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job description and the faculty supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.
• Design and deliver instruction in alignment with the South University model.
• Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by continuing professional/technical skills development, and introducing a professional/industry perspective into courses.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students.
• Manage the educational process to ensure a positive educational experience.
• Practice effective outreach to at-risk and/or absent students.
• Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisors, university administrators, faculty, and other South University departments.
• Manage the learning environment through keeping accurate records and enforcing academic policies consistent with the university, college/school, campus, or online division.
• Participate in the faculty development process to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Support the local campus by participating on committees, events such as orientation and graduation, and various other workshops and meetings.

• For graduate programs, a terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution in the discipline to be taught, with a concentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline) is required.
• For undergraduate programs, a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the discipline to be taught, with a concentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline) is required.
• For associate degree programs in physical therapist assistant, an entry‑level degree in physical therapy (PT) or physical therapist assistant (PTA) and a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a federally recognized institutional accrediting agency (or its international equivalent) are required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least six months of teaching experience at another post‑secondary education institution (preferred).
• Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure or certification as applicable to the discipline.
• Membership in a professional association tied to the area of instruction (preferred).
• Practical experience in the discipline of the program and knowledge of current best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with students and faculty.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail. Computer‑based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report‑writing skills) and experience with computerized learning management systems.

The work environment is representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

South University is an equal‑opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures, and perspectives can thrive.