About the role#
Ithaca College is hiring Physical Therapy Teaching Assistants for the Spring 2027 semester. These part-time, paid positions are open to DPT II and DPT III students who have successfully completed the relevant coursework. This is a hybrid role that allows students to apply classroom knowledge in a professional academic setting.
What you'll do#
Teaching Assistants support faculty and peers across several courses, including Peripheral Joint Mobilization, Medical Screening II, Electrotherapeutic Modalities and Physical Agents, Neurological Rehabilitation I, Motor Development, Cardiopulmonary Testing and Management, and Therapeutic Exercise.
Your core responsibilities include:
- Setting up and managing lab spaces, including preparing and storing equipment.
- Demonstrating techniques and exercises while providing constructive feedback to students.
- Supervising open lab sessions, which involves unlocking facilities and assisting with student practice.
- Facilitating small-group discussions and assisting with oral or practical exams.
- Grading assignments and scoring standardized tests.
- Coordinating patient lab experiences and assisting with interprofessional education events.
- Tutoring students who require additional support to pass practical requirements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a DPT II or DPT III student in good academic standing.
- Successful completion of the specific course you are applying to assist.
- A grade of B+ or better in relevant prerequisite courses for specific roles, such as soft tissue and peripheral joint mobilization or Neuro Rehab I.
- Strong verbal communication, teaching, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently to support student learning.
- Proficiency in patient handling, equipment safety, and interpreting vital signs.
- Professionalism when interacting with students and the public.
Location & details#
- Location: Ithaca, New York.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Application Deadline: December 1, 2026.
- Employment is contingent upon completing I-9 documentation and employment eligibility requirements.
About Ithaca College
Ithaca College is a private liberal arts institution based in Ithaca, New York. Founded in 1892 as a music conservatory, the college now offers over 90 majors and 70 minors across five schools. It maintains a residential campus environment for a student body supported by approximately 2,881 employees. The institution emphasizes a combination of academic theory and practical performance.
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