Tenure-Track Faculty: Physical Therapist Assistant
Heartland Community College
Description
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We invite applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in the College’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. This is a full-time, 9-month appointment within the Health Sciences division anticipated to begin January 2026.
The hired individual may be expected to teach a variety of courses in the discipline as assigned.
Opportunities and responsibilities of the position include:
- Availability to teach in both the classroom and laboratory settings, as well as potential for instructing in other disciplines
- Participation in curriculum assessment and development to maintain currency of content and alignment with best practices
- Engagement in department-level projects and teams related to program review and strategic planning
- Involvement in department and College-wide committees and initiatives
- Optional additional assignment as the Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE)
Requirements
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- Degree earned to practice Physical Therapy *
- Current Illinois Physical Therapist license
- Documented 3 years of full-time post-licensure clinical experience in physical therapy
- Ability to work inclusively with diverse populations of students, employees, and community members
Desired Qualifications
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- Minimum 2 years of experience as a clinical instructor
- Minimum 2 years of experience in teaching and curriculum development in a PT or PTA program
- Ability to teach courses within Health or other Health Sciences disciplines
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The following documents are required to be uploaded at the time of application
- Cover letter
- Résumé or curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy with description of teaching and assessment practices
- Transcript copies
- Copy of professional license(s)
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN NORMAL, IL AND REQUIRES ON-CAMPUS/IN-PERSON PRESENCE.
Anticipated starting salary range for this 9-month position is $47,877 - $64,389, not inclusive of any applicable overload pay or summer session assignments.
Applications received by October 1, 2025 will receive priority consideration, with review of applications continuing as needed.
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Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.
HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.
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EMPLOYEE LEAVE
Sick Leave: 10 days per year, pro-rated from employment date
If hired in August, 10 days (80 hours) of sick leave awarded on start date; If hired in January, 5 days (40
hours) of sick leave awarded on start date.
Monthly accrual in subsequent years starting every August 15th Awarded 16 hours of sick leave for teaching 6 or more ECH in the Summer term; Awarded 8 hours of sick leave for teaching 3-5 ECH in the Summer term
Personal Leave: 4 days (32 hours) per year, pro-rated from employment date
Unused personal leave converts to sick leave days at the end of employment year
Volunteer Leave: 1 day (8 hours) per year with no annual carry-over
8 hours awarded on start date, then annually awarded at the start of the calendar year on January 1
Bereavement Leave: Up to 5 days (40 hours) depending on relationship to deceased
Holidays: The College is closed on the following holidays:
Labor Day, Wednesday through Friday of Thanksgiving week, Christmas Eve Day through New Year’s Day inclusively, Dr. Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, and Independence Day
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE COVERAGES
Eligibility begins the first day of the month following or coinciding with the date of employment.
Medical Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield 2 Plan Options
$3,000 Deductible PPO (Copay Plan): Employee coverage paid 1 00%; dependent coverage paid 45%
$4,000 Deductible QHDHP (HSA Plan): Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 45%
Dental Insurance: Delta Dental
Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 45%
Vision Insurance: VSP
Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 45%
Life Insurance: SunLife
Term life insurance equal to twice the annual base salary
Optional Insurances: SunLife
Accident, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Voluntary Life
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
Retirement System: State Universities Retirement System (SURS) - choice of Traditional, Portable, or
Retirement Savings Plan with 8% pre-tax payroll deduction
Retirement Health Insurance Plan: College Insurance Program (CIP)-Health Insurance for SURS retirees with .95% pre-tax payroll deduction
Savings Plan: SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) 457(b) – automatic enrollment with pre-tax
payroll deduction (3%). Ability to opt out within 30 days of hire
Tax-sheltered Annuity Plan: 403(b) plan permitting voluntary salary reductions within IRS rules
OTHER BENEFITS
Flexible Spending Plan: Section 125 Plan permitting voluntary salary reductions to pay for eligible healthcare and childcare expenses using tax-free dollars within IRS rules
Health Savings Account: Tax-advantaged account available to QHDHP participants only to pay for qualified healthcare expenses. The College provides monthly contributions for eligible employees: $50 for single coverage, $100 for employee +1 coverage, $200 for family coverage
Tuition Waiver: HCC tuition waiver for employees and dependents, and HCC Continuing Education course fee waiver for employees
Tuition Reimbursement: Tuition reimbursement for employees up to $3,500 per fiscal year
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and Referral Service for employees and dependents
Employee Identification Card: Access to HCC Fitness and Recreation Center, HCC Library, and Bloomington-Normal Public Transit System (Connect Transit)
Union Affiliation: Represented by Heartland Faculty Association Local 6038, IFT/AFT, AFL-CIO
Benefits listed are subject to change. Specific benefits are dependent upon employment classification, duration of employment, number of hours worked, etc.