Lecturer in Physical Therapy

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Posting Number F000446 Position Title Lecturer in Physical Therapy Department Physical Therapy Division Academic Affairs Faculty Status Full-time Faculty Supervisor Title Chair, Department of Physical Therapy Status Full-time Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Tenure Track No Salary Range Position Summary

The Department of Physical Therapy in the School of Education and Health Sciences at North Central College is excited to invite applications for an ongoing, full-time Lecturer position in Physical Therapy. North Central College's innovative Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is built on a liberal arts foundation to prepare physical therapists able to navigate the complexities of future healthcare systems with strong skills in movement science, relationship and patient/client-centered care, professionalism, communication, and technology, focused on the pursuit of excellence. Individuals who enjoy working collaboratively with others, enjoy working closely with students, and have an interest in being innovative in physical therapy education are encouraged to apply.

Based on contemporary expertise, the duties in this role may include:

• Leading or assisting with classroom instruction variety of courses in the DPT Program. Teaching in other departments may be possible depending on the contemporary expertise of the faculty member.
• Completion of psychomotor assessments in and outside the classroom
• Supplemental student instruction outside the classroom
• Assisting with clinical education
• Assess students' work and provide detailed feedback on how to improve their content knowledge, critical thinking skills, oral and written communication skills, etc.
• Maintain curriculum that is contemporary in physical therapy practice.
• Mentor DPT students on their journey to becoming an excellent physical therapist.
• Attend conferences and workshops as necessary to maintain contemporary expertise.
• Perform other departmental duties and attend activities as necessary, including attending department meetings, and participating in committees, and other events as required.

Basic Qualifications:

• Earned clinical doctorate (DPT) from an accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialty certification in orthopedic physical therapy
• Demonstrated excellence in both teaching

Qualification Standards:

• License: Illinois physical therapist licensure or eligibility and intention to obtain physical therapist licensure in the state of Illinois

About NCC:

Founded in 1861, North Central College is a selective, comprehensive liberal arts institution of about 3000 students, located 28 miles west of Chicago in Naperville. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). The college is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine.

North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable.

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