Location: Quincy, MA
Category: Faculty
Job Type: Full-time
Posted On: Wed Jul 15 2026
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Dean of Natural & Health Sciences and Allied Health and the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program Director, the Instructor of the PTA Program will be responsible for teaching a variety of courses within the PTA program. Furthermore, this position will be involved in curriculum review and on-going program assessments required by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). In conjunction with the Program Director of the PTA program, this position may also be responsible for student advising.
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE:
DPT, MSPT, or Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant plus Master's Degree (preferred) or plus Bachelor's or higher degree in a related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Massachusetts is required;
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Ability to teach courses in physical therapy education required, with prior experience teaching physical therapy coursework at the college-level being highly desirable;
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Ability to use techniques and equipment consistent with contemporary physical therapy education;
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Current CPR certification;
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Candidate must be able to meet clinical site CORI requirements pursuant to licensing and CAPTE regulations;
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Health requirements:
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Two MMR's or positive titers indicating immunity;
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Three Hepatitis B;
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Varicella antibody titers;
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TDap within 10 years;
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Annual negative PPD or Chest X-ray within 7 years for positive responders;
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Annual flu shot.
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
TRAVEL: This position may require teaching at both the Quincy and Plymouth Campuses. If teaching on multiple campuses is required, scheduled assignments will be made to make sure that the Instructor teaches on one campus per day.
Job Requirements:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assume teaching responsibilities for content in courses within the Physical Therapist Assistant Program;
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Maintain appropriate classroom-related documentation and reports required by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE);
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Assist the PTA Program Director in curriculum review and the continual assessment of course and program outcomes;
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In collaboration with program instructors, recommend to the Dean of Natural & Health Sciences and Allied Health appropriate items for inclusion in the divisional annual budget;
- In collaboration with the PTA Program Director, order supplies and equipment as needed;
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Participate in recruitment activities on behalf of Quincy College and the Physical Therapist Assistant program;
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Serve on college organizational committees;
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Maintain scheduled office hours;
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Advise Students in academic coursework and community service projects;
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Attend divisional and campus wide meetings;
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In collaboration with the Program Director and Dean, address and resolve student issues;
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Represent Quincy College at local, regional, and national meetings related to physical therapy education;
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Participate in mandatory training/coursework. Including but not limited to:
- Drug-Free Workplace
- Non-Smoking Policy
- Security Policy and Notification of Security Reporting
- FERPA
- Bi-Annual Municipal Ethics Law
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Quality Matters Canvas training
- Assume other related duties as assigned.
Additional Information:
EEO Statement:
Quincy College is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Quincy College is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.
