Core Faculty-PTA Program

Florida National University contributes to the education of a diverse student body within the community it serves. FNU employs and develops a faculty of scholars proficient in the art of teaching. We strive to prepare students for employment in their chosen careers through quality education and instruction.

Major Responsibilities:

It is the major responsibility of a Faculty in the PTA Program at Florida National University to provide quality instruction and career advisement to all students. The faculty is also responsible for maintaining grades and for the development of course objectives, outline, syllabi, and course competencies.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Communication Management: Respond promptly to daily communications via email and voicemail, addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
2. Policy Adherence and Ethical Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to the University's mission, policies, procedures, ethical standards, compliance with data protection regulations, and pertinent legal regulations in all aspects of admission activities.
3. University Engagement: Participate in Commencement Exercises, new student orientation, university events, committees, self-studies, and University Commencement Ceremonies.
4. Special Projects: Execute special projects assigned by the President or supervisor.
5. Compliance Adherence: Ensure compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as FNU Policies, Procedures, Rules, and Regulation, the FNU Code of Ethics, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Florida Information Protection Act of 2014 (FIPA), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
6. Assigned Duties: Undertake other assigned duties as required.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Provide an appropriate level of instruction that reflects the use of Evidence-based Practice in all PTA courses.
2. Provides quality instruction and continuous mentorship for all students online, hybrid or on campus.
3. Ensures the assessment of students' learning outcomes per course and provides specific measurement parameters to evaluate these outcomes.
4. Conducts classes for the scheduled number of hours assigned to each class meeting.
5. Models appropriate attendance for his/her students.
6. Demonstrates evidence of professional growth through participation in continuing education, research, or related activities.
7. Reports to the Registrar’s office all grades and submits reports in a timely fashion.
8. Attends all faculty meetings, professional development functions, and University committees to which they have been assigned.
9. Performs the administrative duties about the preparation of Syllabi and participation in the program self-studies and/or accreditation standards fulfillment.
10. Works with the librarians in the establishment and weeding of the library program and course collection development.
11. Demonstrates leadership skills that can motivate students, staff, and other faculties.
12. Performs all other duties designed to maintain the sustainability of the program as assigned

Education / Experience Requirements:
• DPT (or MSPT), EdD, or PhD or related field.
• 1 years of clinical or academic experience
• Active PT License.

Job Type
Full-time.

Location:
Hialeah Campus: 4425 West 20th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012

Working Conditions

General office working conditions. The noise level is at normal office capacity.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to frequently and for extended periods of time, sit; stand; walk; use hands to handle and feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs. This position requires the ability to see, hear, and operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment. The employee must lift and/or move up to (10) pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust to focus. The employee must travel to other campuses, as needed and/or required.
Safety Hazard of the Job
Minimal Hazards.