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Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Full-Time Program Coordinator - Physical Therapy Assistant position in the Health and Public Safety Technologies Division of Academic and Student Affairs. This position is located on Atlanta Technical College's main campus, just South of Downtown Atlanta.

Under the general supervision of the Dean of Health and Public Safety Technologies, the Full-Time Program Coordinator (Physical Therapy Assistant) is responsible for fulfilling both administrative and teaching duties. As both a faculty member and program administrator, the Full-Time Program Coordinator holds planning, organizational, and supervisory responsibilities essential to the success of the college.

Duties and responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Demonstrate a variety of teaching techniques appropriate to the discipline and diverse student learning styles.
• Implement appropriate assessment, testing, grading, student feedback, and record-keeping procedures.
• Maintain current knowledge of the subject area and the application of skills within the contemporary workplace.
• Execute student recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and job placement activities.
• Advise and counsel students regularly while maintaining accurate advisement records.
• Provide necessary student support outside of class by maintaining designated office hours.
• Ensure adherence to an approved master course syllabus and participate in the evaluation of student learning outcomes.
• Exhibit effective writing, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with students, faculty, and staff.
• Commit to the use of information and instructional technology in course delivery.
• Design and coordinate instruction to meet or exceed state standards.
• Enforce health and safety requirements in all classrooms and laboratories.
• Communicate program and student needs to the Division Dean through strategic planning and budgeting.
• Interview and recommend new full-time and adjunct faculty members for employment.
• Facilitate the completion of adjunct faculty paperwork and payroll procedures.
• Orient new faculty members to the college and the specific program requirements.
• Coordinate activities for the program advisory committee and the maintenance of program accreditation.
• Participate in state Consortium Committees, the college-wide Faculty Council, and IEP activities to promote program improvement.
• Monitor equipment inventory and verify the accuracy of program information in all academic publications.
• Manage the ordering of consumables and develop teaching schedules for all campuses.
• Oversee maintenance and housekeeping activities to ensure an environment conducive to learning.
• Maintain professional qualifications as required by the state and the college.
• Adhere to the rules stated in the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and all college-specific procedures.
• Serve on assigned committees and participate in division-wide meetings; and
• Perform additional duties, as assigned.

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• Knowledge of project management in an academic setting
• Knowledge of personal best practices, rules, and testing needs
• Ability to break larger tasks into manageable smaller tasks
• Oral and written communication skills
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
• Skill in accurate recordkeeping
• Organizational skills
• Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Decision making and problem-solving skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess and demonstrate a Bachelor's degree AND Two (2) years of related work experience.

Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, possess and demonstrate

the following:

• Master's degree or higher in Education
• Physical Therapy or Physical Therapist Assistant degree from an accredited institution
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Georgia
• Five (5) years of full-time, post-licensure experience, including at least three (3) years of clinical practice in diverse specialties
• Minimum of sixty (60) contact hours of professional development/education comprising education theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation and outcome assessment
• Demonstrated knowledge of educational theory, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment, including nine (9) credits (or equivalent) in educational foundations
• Proven experience in didactic and/or clinical teaching
• Previous experience in administration or healthcare management
• Active membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• Ability to work flexible hours when necessary

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BACKGROUND SCREENINGS ARE CONDUCTED PRIOR TO SCREENING.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu. To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu . Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310 gdumay@atlantatech.edu .

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The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.