Faculty, Full-time Physical Therapy

GENERAL SUMMARYA full-time (core) faculty member at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) provides engaging clinically-focused learning opportunities for students in the health science professions through face-to-face blended and online delivery methods. The faculty member is responsible for academic advising and overseeing final program projects. They provide service to the University through committee curriculum improvement and advocacy for the profession. The faculty are scholars being involved in building and integrating knowledge for advancement of the profession and the University. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTeaching: provides student-centered learning through best practice teaching activitiesOptimizes class/lab/online environment that is conducive to student learning by developing creative challenging and evidence-based learning opportunitiesUses learning assessment information to improve teaching and curriculum; participates in quality improvement initiatives to meet program and institutional goalsProvides current organized error free instructional materialsMaintains all components of the learning environment including online course portal managementScholarship: actively engages in scholarship to advance knowledgeEstablishes and implements an approved scholarship plan/faculty development plan as required by accreditation and university standardsStays current with clinical practice and evidence that support content area expertise and professional growthDisseminates scholarly work consistent with University policies and accreditation expectationsService: supports shared governance and promoting ones professionServes on programmatic and university committees as assignedActively participates in his/her professional associationServes as university liaison in community and/or professional activitiesUses release time that enhances the program (e.g. - clinical practice consultation advanced degree research service) as approved by the program directorParticipates in university governance curriculum planning and functions to support development and growth of the institutionAdministration: supports efficient and consistent practices across all programsPerforms course coordinator and lead instructor roles as assigned; works collaboratively with members of the teamAdvises students on academic professional and/or personal issues while providing referrals when appropriateProvides other administrative duties as assignedCompletes annual self-evaluation of faculty performance and sets goals for the next year in collaboration with the program director; is actively engaged in faculty development opportunities to meet performance goalsProfessionalism:displays the behaviors of a professional academician and follows expected discipline specific Code of EthicsPromotes professionalism by modeling and encouraging such behaviors inside and outside the classroom settingSupports and exemplifies the Universitys core valuesActively engages in interprofessional collaboration activitiesUpholds and enforces student and faculty handbook policies and University policies/procedures OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESOther responsibilities as assigned by the Academic Program DirectorPOSITION IN ORGANIZATIONReports to: Academic Program Director/Assistant Academic Program DirectorPositions Supervised: Contributing Faculty Lab Assistants when assigned to coursesTECHNICAL MANAGERIAL & PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIREDTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated in part based on performance of each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential and/or EXPERIENCETerminal academic degree required.A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience at the college/university level at the Instructor rank.A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in the area of course content with distance learning in scholarly activity and/or CERTIFICATIONFaculty Members must be appropriately credentialed possess an earned degree from an accredited institution or recognized by a countrys ministry of education in the discipline being taught and be licensed or license-eligible in order to teach in specific travel may be requested up to 20% of the timeBUSINESS COMPETENCIESTo perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Committed to Mission and Values- Has a clear understanding of institutions mission and values. Has a passion for facilitating learning and for enabling students to navigate their own learning Knowledge to the Discipline- Compelled by the opportunity to contribute through research scholarship professional practice or -Takes personal responsibility for own goals and outcomes to ensure student success. Establishes clear expectations follows through on commitments to students and holds them accountable for assignments and performanceCollaborative- Works cooperatively with others across the institution and beyond including the community and through partnerships. Represents own interests while being inclusive and fair to Effectively- Adapts oral and written communication approach and style to the audience and based on the message. Also listens attentively to Engagement- Makes students feel welcome understood and valued. Creates a learning environment that is compelling challenging and Discipline Expertise- Has sufficient credentials industry expertise and/or experience in the discipline to teach according to the standards and qualifications Design- Designs learning experiences closely linked to learning outcomes including lesson planning design of project work integrated group learning experiences or interactive learning objects. Has depth of expertise in pedagogy andragogy and overall learning Delivery/Learning Facilitation Skills- Manages small large blended hybrid and/or online classrooms monitoring and ensuring participation managing ones own and students time and attention ENVIRONMENTWork is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for six to eight hours daily and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting e.g. walking standing communicating and other physical functions as necessary. Hiring ranges (Dallas):Affiliated/Instructor rank: $59758 - $107565Assistant Professor rank: $Associate Professor rank: $79030 - $142280Professorrank: $88923 - $163622