Adjunct, Pta/Orthopedic Specialist

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POSITION SUMMARY:
Adjunct Faculty responsibilities include: classroom instruction, facilitating meaningful learning of course outcomes, assisting students toward successful program completion, and promoting the academic well-being of the program. Adjunct Faculty also participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, Departments, and Colleges and abide by the mandates set by the South University Board of Trustees and Administration. Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

• Supports local campus by participating on committees, events such as orientation and graduation, including various other workshops and meetings. (Campus).
• Manages the learning environment through keeping accurate records and enforcing academic policies consistent with the University, College/School, Campus, or Online Division.
• Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by continuing professional/technical skills development, and introducing professional/industry perspective into courses.
• Designs and delivers instruction in alignment with the South University model.
• Perform Faculty responsibilities as outlined in the Faculty job description and the Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.
• Communicates consistently and effectively with Supervisors, University Administrators, Faculty, and other South University Departments.
• Practices effective outreach to at-risk and/or absent students.
• Promotes student success by showing flexibility and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students.
• Participates in the Faculty development process to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Manages the educational process to ensure a positive educational experience.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with students and faculty.
• Membership in a professional association tied to area of instruction (preferred).
• Practical experience in the discipline of the program and knowledge of current best practices (in field).
• 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 teaching experience at another post-secondary education institution (preferred).
• Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure or certification as applicable to the discipline.
• 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) required.
• Must be a board-certified orthopedic specialist.
• 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) required.
• 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.

ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, video conference, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.