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Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director/Instructor - Tenure Track - Spokane Falls Community College

Position Number: 6872189
Location: Spokane, WA
Position Type: Health - Physical & Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director/Instructor - Tenure Track - Spokane Falls Community College

Community Colleges of Spokane

Location: Spokane Falls Main Campus Spokane

Department: SFCC Allied Health

Starting salary for this position is: This is a full-time, tenure track position with an entry level base salary (for a 175-day academic year contract) of $77,027 - $108,630 annually. Future advancement in base salary, up to the current maximum of $108,630, is based upon a combination of years of service accrued at our college and professional development activity.

Annual salary is comprised of base salary plus any combination of academic year overload contracts, summer effort contracts, project stipends, student club advising stipends, and/or department chair program lead faculty stipends consistent with the provisions of the current collective bargaining agreement between Spokane Colleges and the Association for Higher Education (AHE).
About Us

At Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC), we are passionate about empowering students through education that transforms lives and expands opportunities. Spokane Falls Community College, part of Spokane Colleges, serves 6,000 students with liberal arts/transfer and professional technical programs across a 12,302 square mile region in Eastern Washington.

Our mission is to close equity gaps by offering an inclusive and supportive environment where students can thrive and achieve their career goals. Guided by equity-minded practices, we prepare students to excel in a rapidly changing global economy. We advance our mission through Guided Pathways, whereby all students engage their passions through applied learning and discover their personalized path to achieve their educational goals.

The SFCC Physical Therapist Assistant Program is known for high-quality instruction, innovation, and strong community engagement. Faculty are expected to bring current professional knowledge, strong teaching skills, and a commitment to student success. Established in 1995 and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Physical Therapy Education, the SFCC PTA Program serves students from a large geographic region and is the only PTA program in Eastern Washington.

SFCC is conducting a coordinated search to hire two full-time faculty members for the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. One position will serve as the Program Director, providing overall leadership and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, while the second position will serve as full-time instructional faculty. Applicants may apply for either role or for both positions, depending on their interests and qualifications. Candidates will be considered independently for each position, and qualified applicants may be selected to interview for one or both opportunities.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 02/09/2026. The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.
About the Physical Therapist Assistant Director/Instructor

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare for and instructs, through traditional classroom and distance education modes, lecture and lab classes in the discipline of Physical Therapist Assistant; Assignments may be at off-campus centers and may also include evening classes.
Provide availability and accessibility to students for purpose of academic consulting and support through office hours, email, or other effective communication methods.
Communicate clear expectations and grading criteria through syllabi, rubrics, and materials supporting the instructional process. Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.
Participate in district, division, department, or general faculty meetings; in-service training; curriculum development; academic consulting; workshops or seminars; service on district or college councils or committees, or other activities within the scope of the position.
Comply with institutional, state, and federal procedures and regulations related to instruction, grading, safety, and administrative processes.
Support and advance the Spokane Colleges strategic plan and perform other duties within the scope of a faculty role.
Direct the work of paraprofessional employees and assigned work-study students including ensuring assigned staff adhere to acceptable behavior and performance standards.
Demonstrate that assigned staff have been informed how behavior and performance will be assessed, receive timely and accurate feedback regarding performance, and any observed performance and behavioral problems are corrected promptly.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide leadership and coordination for the PTA Program, including course scheduling, budget input, and communication between faculty and the Dean.
Oversee adjunct faculty processes such as assignment coordination, onboarding, and evaluation in alignment with college and contractual requirements.
Support the quality and integrity of the program by facilitating curriculum review, advisory committee engagement, learning-outcome assessment, and maintenance of program policies and student handbooks.
Assist students with program navigation, advising, progression toward graduation, and referrals to appropriate campus resources when concerns arise.
Ensure the program meets specialized accreditation requirements by maintaining required documentation, coordinating reports, and preparing the program for accreditation reviews and site visits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Current license or certification as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant in any U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to become licensed in Washington State.
Able to meet the faculty requirements as stated in the Evaluative Criteria for the Accreditation of Physical Therapist Assistant Programs.
- Active, unrestricted Washington State PT or PTA licensure or the ability to become licensed in Washington State.
- An earned Master's degree from an accredited institution with emphasis and concentration in the teaching areas outlined above.
- A minimum of five years (or equivalent}, full-time, post licensure experience that includes a minimum of three years (or equivalent} of full-time clinical experience.
Demonstrate an understanding of education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for leadership in physical therapist assistant education:
- Didactic and/or clinical teaching experience
- Clinical teaching/clinical instructing and/or clinical coordination experience.
Experience collaborating with PTA's in the clinical setting.
Demonstrates strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills.
Experience in administration/management of staff and/or programs.
Current knowledge and skill in the use of information and computer technology as applicable to organizing and managing curriculum, teaching and program development/review.
Ability to work with students, faculty and staff who require accommodations (ADA) as well as follow the principles of universal design in instructional materials.
Demonstrate knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal and practice issues affecting clinical education, students, and the profession of physical therapy.
Commitment to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and learning.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with colleagues across programs and divisions.
Commitment to the mission and role of community colleges.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

The following competencies are not necessary for application, but having one or more of these may increase a candidate's success:

Doctorate in Physical Therapy or a related field.
Active in clinical practice or currently teaching.
Prior teaching experience in a Physical Therapist Assistant academic program.
Experience in educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation and outcome assessment, including the equivalent of nine credits of coursework in educational foundations.
Experience with program accreditation.
Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels.
Experience teaching or clinical experience working with diverse populations.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.
Benefits Information

This is an annually contracted (either tenure track or annualized) position. Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; TIAA-Cref retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan.; leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract.

Public Employees Benefits Board

Additional benefits information
Required Application Materials
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
Resume.
References - the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.
College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are required upon hire.

For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at CCS.Recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu

Equal Opportunity Institution

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access, Title IX, ADA, equal opportunity compliance, and/or grievances to:
Frederick Davis, MA
Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000, MS1004
Spokane, WA. 99217-6000
509-434-5040 / ccs.titleix@ccs.spokane.edu.

To apply, please visit: https://careers.ccs.spokane.edu/jobs/physical-therapist-assistant-program-director-instructor-tenure-track-spokane-falls-community-college-spokane-washington-united-states