Full Time Faculty, PA Program & Admissions Director
- Employer
- South University
- Location
- Georgia, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Mar 11, 2023
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Saturday, March 11, 2023
What's next for you is the first priority
for us! With over 45 programs from associate to doctoral degrees,
South University is a private institution dedicated to providing
educational opportunities that spark the intellectual, social and
professional development of a diverse student
population.
Our 120-year story—past, present and
future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have
developed the education and spirit of community that have become
our pledge to the students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters
of South University. Online and at our 8 locations and 2 learning
sites, we take pride in our welcoming environment; one-on-one
support and personalized attention that helps students define goals
and identify the means to pursue them. Our small classes feature
hands-on experiences that not only shape students’ skills and
excellence in their chosen fields but also shape their characters
through encouraging community involvement, volunteerism and the
pursuit of life-long learning.
Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more
about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe
and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the
lives of students eager to learn and grow.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
Serves as the Chair of the Program’s
Admissions Committee. Schedules and leads all Admissions Committee
meetings (to be held at least quarterly).
Directs all admissions operations to
include submission of all proposals for admissions
requirements/policy changes, oversight of annual admissions cycle,
serving as admissions liaison to outside
agencies.
Oversees all of the program’s
student/applicant recruitment efforts.
Provides analyses of program’s admissions
processes to include an annual admissions report as a component of
the program’s ongoing self‐assessment
process.
Serves as direct supervisor of the
program’s PA Student Advisor.
Coordinates and serves as advisor to the
programs Student Ambassador
Program.
Provides input to assist with ongoing
program assessment and improvement.
Provides competency-based education which
aligns with the South University model of curricula as well as
supports the South University style of system
delivery.
Designs and delivers class instruction
through the development of instructional plans to meet course
competencies, the development of activities which support lesson
objectives, and (in the case of online instructors ONLY) delivers
the instruction as approved.
Enables the achievement of pre-described
exit competencies for student achievement and evaluation of
learning by providing instruction which fosters competencies and
establish student performance criteria and
evaluation.
Delivers learning-centered instruction by
establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and
student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing
for classes and student success.
Promotes student success by showing
flexibility in style and work schedule as well as exhibiting a
passion for teaching and students and engaging students in the
learning process.
Manages the learning environment through
keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on
time, and enforcing school/campus academic and attendance
policies.
Contributes to a learning culture by
participating on curriculum and system task forces, supporting
local campus events such as orientation and graduation, and
participating in various other workshops and
meetings.
Relates professional/life/industry
experience to learning by the continuation of
professional/technical skills development, the introduction of
industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of
professional/industry trends and
opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS:
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
Other details Job Family All Positions Pay Type Salary Required Education Master’s Degree
South University, the right direction for a brighter future.
Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K Match
Generous Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
POSITION SUMMARY: The instructor facilitates meaningful learning of the course competencies in the curriculum and proactively supports all facets of the learning environment. The instructor provides education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourages a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning and ethics as well as personal and professional development. The position is also responsible for oversight of all admissions processes of the South University‐Physician Assistant Program. It is expected that the Admissions Director will provide effective leadership toward meeting the formal program outcome to “recruit a highly qualified diverse student cohort with education and experience that will foster success in the program.” The Full-time faculty and Admissions Director will work with the Program Director to ensure that the program meets all ARC‐PA accreditation standards pertaining to fair practices other admissions related standards. The position will work in synergy with the counterpart at PA programs on other South University campuses. Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion - is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position.KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
REQUIREMENTS:
- Terminal Degree as a Physician Assistant; Current NCCPA Certification; eligible for State Licensure as a PA.
- 1-2 years academic experience highly
preferred; 3 years clinical experience
required.
- Experience in PA/medical classroom teaching preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with student populations.
- Outstanding conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills
- Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills)
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
- Ability to develop a professional rapport
with diverse school/campus
constituents.
- Ability to develop and complete projects
without continued direct
supervision
- Ability to learn from students’
participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all
matters, and shows compassion without being
ineffectual
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
Other details Job Family All Positions Pay Type Salary Required Education Master’s Degree
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