ADJUNCT – PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT POOL

Position Information

Posting Number: PT457
Job Title: ADJUNCT – PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT POOL
Department: Allied Health
Position Type: Faculty
Employment Status: Adjunct
Salary: Adjunct Stipend
Open Date: 11/12/2025
Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: No

Position Summary Information

ADJUNCT – PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA): Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the teaching discipline. Teach assigned courses in a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need. Courses may include online courses and/or dual-credit/early college classes. Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction. Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes. Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) requires an Associate’s degree in Applied Sciences.
• Physical Therapist (PT) requires a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current licensure as a PTA or PT in Texas.
• Three (3) years experience as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) ***OR*** licensed Physical Therapist (PT).

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success.
• Knowledge of a learning college and/or knowledge of learning communities.
• Ability to meet the faculty requirements as stated in the Evaluative Standards for the accreditation of Physical Therapist Assistant Programs.
• Competency in area that adjunct is responsible for teaching will be verified through review of CE courses, academic training, in-services, or number of years job experience in specific area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a clinical instructor.
• Ability to work with students with special needs based on the ADA.
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must reside in the state of Texas and be eligible to work in the United States. This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III: Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

• Assign and supervise PTA students in the lab setting or provide instruction in a classroom and lab setting. Adjunct faculty is those individuals who have classroom and/or laboratory teaching responsibilities in the program.
• Advise students throughout clinical hours as needed.
• Grade student weekly papers and evaluate students as needed in each class.