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Physical Therapy Doctoral Program - Assistant Program Director (Curriculum Emphasis) Job Description The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program offers an accelerated, 28-month curriculum delivered through a hybrid, standards-based model. The curriculum is organized into a systems-based structure covering musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and cardiovascular-pulmonary tracks. Students engage in online didactic coursework supplemented by in-person intensive labs (typically held 1-2 times per semester) and clinical internships. A core distinction of the program is the intentional integration of faith into all aspects of the curriculum and daily practice to foster a service-oriented professional community. This position posting is for an Assistant Program Director with a primary emphasis on the comprehensive planning, implementation, and continuous review of the DPT curriculum. The successful candidate will be an experienced academic leader focused on curricular excellence and compliance. What you'll do The Assistant Program Director provides essential leadership by ensuring the DPT curriculum is rigorous, coordinated, and aligned with accreditation standards. This role is crucial for cultivating compassionate, Christ-centered leaders equipped for autonomous, evidence-based practice and principled leadership. The core functions of this role must consistently integrate the program's core values, represented by the acronym GRACE: Generosity: Responsibly manage talents, knowledge, and resources. Respect: Honor the dignity and intrinsic worth of all persons. Accountability: Embrace personal and professional responsibility for actions and outcomes. Compassion: Demonstrate selfless, Christ-like care in all interactions. Excellence: Strive for optimal performance in all endeavors. Core Responsibilities / Key Functions I. Administrative Leadership (40% of Load) Curricular Design & Assessment: Lead the design, implementation, and continuous assessment of the DPT curriculum to ensure alignment with CAPTE criteria, contemporary clinical practice, and educational evidence; serve as Chair of the Curriculum Committee directing all curricular affairs, policy changes, and the formal Annual Curriculum Review. Accreditation Oversight & Reporting: Maintain meticulous attention to detail to ensure all program activities remain in full compliance with CAPTE and institutional requirements; oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting for all academic, clinical, and resource components of the CAPTE Self-Study and Program Assessment Plan. Faculty Development & Mentorship: Educate and mentor core and adjunct faculty regarding curriculum integration, instructional design, effective course sequencing, and the development of rigorous learning objectives and assessment methods to ensure curricular excellence. Strategic Policy & Operational Management: Collaborate with the Program Director on the strategic planning and operational management of the program; develop, revise, and enforce program policies related to admissions, academic progression, and graduation. Internal Liaison & Data Analysis: Serve as a key liaison to university departments to ensure seamless operations and interprofessional initiatives; analyze assessment data (student learning outcomes, success, and satisfaction) to inform program and curricular improvements II. Teaching (40% of Load) Instructional Delivery & Course Coordination: Serve as a core faculty member and a primary individual responsible for direct instruction, syllabus development, and student evaluation within assigned courses; ensure effective course sequencing and coordination of instructional units to maintain curricular integrity. Pedagogical Excellence & Faculty Support: Apply current educational theory, instructional design, and evidence-based teaching methods to enhance student learning; assist the Program Director with teaching assignment coordination and the instructional evaluation of core and adjunct faculty. Stu ent Mentorship & Outcomes: Provide academic and professional guidance to students, focusing on their progress through the curriculum and the successful attainment of Student Learning Outcomes. III. Scholarship (10% of Load) Scholarly Activity: Maintain an active and consistent agenda of scholarly inquiry in accordance with CAPTE core faculty requirements. Dissemination: Contribute to the profession through scholarly accomplishments, research, or the integration of evidence-based practice into the academic environment. Evidence-Based Practice: Ensure the curriculum reflects contemporary clinical practice and the best educational evidence. IV. Service (10% of Load) Institutional Governance: Participate actively in the governance of the program and the broader university community. Committee Engagement: Serve on program, departmental, or university-level committees as assigned by the Program Director. Community & Professional Service: Effectively interact with all interested parties (students, faculty, and administrators) to promote the program's core values of GRACE. Qualifications Terminal Degree: Earned terminal academic doctorate (e.g., Ph.D., EdD) in an appropriate discipline OR a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree (or tDPT) with ABPTS specialization or other specialty experience relevant to teaching responsibilities. PT License: Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist in Minnesota and licensed in state of residence. Administrative Experience: A minimum of three years of full-time higher education experience is preferred, ideally as a core faculty member in a CAPTE-accredited entry-level physical therapist education program. Leadership Development: Demonstrated experience or formal training in key areas necessary for an Assistant Program Director, including: o Educational theory, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment. o Administration, management, and leadership. o Program evaluation, assessment, and curriculum development. Required Candidate Skills and Attributes Strategic Leadership: Strong leadership skills and proven ability to provide academic direction, facilitate change, and develop/execute strategic plans for the curriculum. Organizational Acumen: Superior organization skills and attention to detail to ensure compliance with CAPTE and institutional requirements. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with all interested parties (students, faculty, administrators). Commitment to Mission: A demonstrated commitment to the program's core values of GRACE and the integration of faith and... For full info follow application link. Bethel seeks to recruit, retain, develop, and support a diverse workforce who contributes to our educational and Christ-centered mission. Bethel encourages candidates to apply who can assist the University to develop a faculty that reflects the diversity of people in God s kingdom through a variety of ethnicities, cultures, and lived experiences. Learn more about our commitment to diversity in hiring . Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 6,300 students from 48 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world. Bethel employs qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, familial status, and status with regard to public assistance. Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.