Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy Assistant - Berkshire Community College

About Berkshire Community College:

About Berkshire Community College

Built on 180 acres of meadows, orchards, wetlands, and forest only minutes away from downtown Pittsfield, Berkshire Community College reflects the natural and cultural diversity and richness of the Berkshires. Steeped in the New England tradition of compassionate individualism, we value independence, academic freedom, and the readiness to lend a helping hand.

We are committed to providing an exceptional education and a wide range of opportunities that meet the diverse needs of our nearly 2000 students and our community through college transfer, workforce and career pathways, partnerships, and lifelong learning. Students and instructors enjoy active learning settings, current classroom technology, a professional recording and video production studio, pool and athletic facilities, a teaching kitchen, ten science labs, a supportive suite of student services, and an additional, interdisciplinary citizen science space, the Berkshire Science Commons.

Berkshire Community College encourages evidence-based teaching and helps faculty members avail themselves of many professional development opportunities, from frequent in-house training, and teaching-and-learning workshops to discipline-specific conferences. Within Academic Affairs, we seek to cultivate an atmosphere of collegial and collaborative learning focused on equitable student outcomes and inclusive relationships that promote curiosity and joy.

Faculty and staff create innovative programs and opportunities that provide the knowledge and skills for students to thrive as globally minded, engaged community members and perpetual learners to better position students for successful transfer and employability. Therefore, we desire candidates who are student-centered, experienced with integrating high-impact practices within their teaching, skillful in online learning, and recognize that all members of the college community play a part in student learning and success.

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About Berkshire County

Berkshire County is unique. Nestled in the Marble Valleys of the Northern Appalachians, the Berkshires offer a remarkable variety of scenery and natural settings, inviting year-round outdoors activities at any skill level.

The natural beauty is complemented by a lively arts scene, from the world-famous Tanglewood summer music festival to fascinating museums and a host of galleries and grassroots collaborations. Industry, too, has a long history in the region, Berkshire Community College being prominently involved in innovation and workforce development. The proximity to major metropolitan centers, Boston, New York City, and Montreal all within easy driving distance, contributes to the Berkshires' very special blend of rural and urban.

Job Description:

Position Overview: The full-time PTA faculty provides classroom and laboratory instruction, supervision and evaluation to students seeking an associate degree in the physical therapist assistant program.

The faculty along with the Program Coordinator participates in the formal and comprehensive assessment of all components of the program and supervises the development of instructional materials, assists in conducting research on the effectiveness of the instructional program consistent with the philosophy and objectives of the college. All faculty with the direction of the Program Coordinator are also responsible for assisting in the preparation of reports required by accreditation and governing agencies including development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and program policies. The faculty needs to maintain professional credentials and should demonstrate commitment to lifelong growth and development.

Participation in shared college and program governance as evidenced by serving on college committees as elected or appointed. Responsible for student advising, college service, community service, and professional development in accordance with MCCC agreement.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative colleague who can appreciate the diversity of the community college population, is innovative and adaptive in teaching, and fosters analytical thinking, clinical problem solving, and a patient-centered approach to the field. Candidates should use technology effectively to communicate with students and colleagues as well as to enhance classroom learning as appropriate. The faculty demonstrates the maintenance of competency through academic and professional credentials, continuing education, and professional growth in accordance with MCCC agreement.

Requirements:

The PTA faculty is a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who demonstrates an understanding of education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for leadership in physical therapist assistant education. These qualifications include all of the following:

• is a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who holds an active, unrestricted PT license or PTA license/certification in any United States jurisdiction and the state where the program is located if required by that state's jurisdiction
• a minimum of a bachelor's degree; master's preferred
• a minimum of three years (or equivalent), full-time, post licensure experience
• didactic and/or clinical teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrates excellent teaching skills including teaching using interactive and varied pedagogical strategies and teaching experience in higher education, preferably at a community college.

Additional Information:

• Source of Funding: State

• Salary: $68,192 (per MCCC contract) Full time; Benefited

• Area of Assignment: Academic Affairs

• Effective Date: August 28, 2024

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BCC is committed to providing an inclusive learning and working environment that values the diverse backgrounds of all people and encourages applications from individuals whose experiences and perspectives model the opportunities and success derived from a college education.

Berkshire Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, military service, and national origin in its education programs or employment. All inquiries concerning application of the above should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator and Affirmative Action Officer, 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, names and telephone numbers of three current professional references, and a one-page statement containing your philosophy of teaching at a community college by visiting the Berkshire Community College Job Board. A teaching demonstration will be required as part of the interview process.

Closing Date: May 31, 2024