Position Title: KVCC Physical Therapist Assistant Program Fulltime Faculty / Academic Coordinator Clinical Education
Description:Kennebec Valley Community College (KVCC) is seeking a qualified and student-centered professional to serve as the Fulltime Faculty / Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE) for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program. This is a full-time faculty position responsible for coordinating the clinical education component of the PTA program while contributing to classroom and laboratory instruction, student advising, assessment, and other faculty responsibilities.
The Director of Clinical Education works closely with the PTA Program Director, clinical education partners, and students to develop and maintain a high-quality clinical education program that prepares students for entry-level practice as physical therapist assistants. The successful candidate will be an effective clinical educator and mentor who can establish strong relationships with clinical partners and support students in applying academic knowledge and skills in clinical settings.
Bargaining Unit/Salary Level: Salary and benefits commensurate with the Agreement between the MCCS Trustees and the MEA Faculty Unit. Salary range is $57,488.99 - $66,645.47.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy or related discipline.
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapist or physical therapist assistant program.
- Active, unencumbered physical therapist (PT) or physical therapist assistant (PTA) license.
- Minimum of three years of full-time, or equivalent, post-licensure clinical practice.
- Minimum of two years of clinical practice experience as a Clinical Instructor (CI) in physical therapy or a minimum of two years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a physical therapist assistant education program.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, clinical partners, and other professional colleagues.
- Commitment to student success, inclusive teaching practices, and supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience coordinating clinical education within a physical therapist assistant or physical therapist education program.
- Experience serving as a Clinical Instructor (CI) or Site Clinical Site for Clinical Education.
- Experience teaching in a PTA education program.
- Demonstrated experience mentoring students and supporting student success in clinical education settings.
- Current knowledge of evidence-based physical therapy practice and contemporary clinical education practices.
Responsibilities:
The Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education will:
- Serve as the primary coordinator of the PTA program's clinical education activities and clinical education curriculum.
- Develop, coordinate, and evaluate clinical education experiences consistent with program goals, curriculum, accreditation standards, and professional expectations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinical education sites, site coordinators of clinical education (SCCEs), clinical instructors (CIs), and other clinical partners.
- Identify, evaluate, develop, and maintain clinical education sites to ensure students have appropriate and varied clinical learning experiences.
- Coordinate student clinical placements, including scheduling, communication with clinical sites, and monitoring student progress.
- Provide orientation, preparation, support, and mentoring to students prior to and during clinical education experiences.
- Teach courses and/or laboratory experiences within the PTA curriculum as assigned.
- Participate in curriculum development, course assessment, program assessment, and accreditation activities.
- Maintain professional competence and licensure consistent with applicable state and institutional requirements.
- Perform other faculty and program responsibilities as assigned
Why work for the Maine Community College System? Benefits may include:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid Holidays
- Statewide Locations
- Tuition Waivers
- Training
- 529 Education Plan MCCS Matching Grant
Application Process: Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To submit a complete application file, please visit the KVCC Employment Opportunities Website, select the desired position, and select “Apply”. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume, and official transcript. Kennebec Valley Community College is a Recovery Friendly and Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, contact Jennifer Baker, Human Resources Manager, jbaker@mainecc.edu or 207-453-5106. TTY dial Maine Relay 711.
