| Location | DeKalb, IL |
| Salary | $5,250.06–$5,550.03 |
Position Details
Position Information
Working Position Title Physical Therapy Instructor (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings) - School of Rehabilitation and Performance Sciences Classification Title Instructor Position Number Posting Date 10/15/2026 Closing Date Priority Review Date 12/15/2026 Business Unit Description Faculty Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time or Part-Time FTE .25 to 1.00 Position Status Temporary FLSA Exempt Job Code 2070 Union Representation Non-Union Union Code N/A Unit/Department School of Rehb & Perf Sciences College/Unit College-Hlth & Human Sci Dean Division Academic Division Location WZ 340 Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page School of Rehabilitation and Performance Sciences
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications
Overview
The School of Rehabilitation and Performance Sciences invites applications for physical therapy instructor/adjunct positions in order to create a pool for advance and short-notice hiring based on program demand. Appointments may be part-time or full-time, with start dates varying throughout the academic year.
The NIU School of Rehabilitation and Performance Sciences is led by dedicated faculty who are committed to bringing you the most current evidence-based methods of instruction. Our vision is to become leaders in research and practice to improve patient outcomes here in DeKalb, throughout the state, and globally.
Position Summary
Physical Therapy instructors provide instruction in classroom, clinical and online formats and develop lesson plans that meet provided student learning outcomes. The instructor is responsible for educating graduate physical therapy students through classroom, clinical or online instruction.
Applicants will be required to provide "in person" instruction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Required Qualifications
Additional Requirements
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands Summary
For physical demands and requirements please see human resources policies and protocols.
Appointment and Compensation Details
Appointment and Compensation Details
Anticipated Appointment Start Date 08/16 (fall start), 01/16 (spring start), 06/15 (summer start) Anticipated Appointment End Date Percent of Staff Year 0.75 Standard Hours Per Week Hours will vary Salary $5,250.06-$5,550.03 ($1,750.00-$1,850.00 per credit) Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range $583.34-$616.67 ppp (based on 3 credit hour course) Earn Type Salary
Application Procedure
Application Procedure
Application Procedure
For full consideration, applicants should visit Physical Therapy Instructor Pool to submit application materials by December 15, 2026.
Required Documents
Special Instructions Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/97874 Is Background Check Required EEO Statement Summary
In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Director of Civil Rights Office, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 2nd floor
CivilRights@niu.edu
815-753-0455
Visa Policy
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
ADA Accommodation
NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu.
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