Renee M. Jones, PT, DPT, CEEAA is an assistant clinical professor and assistant director of clinical education in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences at Drexel University. She also serves as the lead physical therapist at the Stephen and Sandra Sheller 11th Street Family Health Services. Jones earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Temple University and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Health Professions Education at A.T. Still University. She is also a certified exercise expert for the aging adult (CEEAA) and a credentialed clinical instructor.

Jones's research focuses on the impact of emotional intelligence training for clinical instructors and its influence on teaching confidence, instructional effectiveness and student-instructor relationships. Her approach is informed by a belief in reflective practice, authentic mentorship and learner-centered environments. She actively contributes to scholarship and community engagement, having presented at Educational Leadership Conference. She is dedicated to inclusive leadership; Jones serves as vice co-chair of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Association of Black Physical Therapists and sits on the advisory board for the Salus University Orthotics and Prosthetics program. She is a proud member of the inaugural Black Academia in Physical Therapy Mentorship program.

Jones’s teaching philosophy is rooted in equity, empathy and empowerment. She encourages students and clinical instructors alike to lead with emotional intelligence, think critically and foster meaningful professional relationships. Her academic work is an extension of her longstanding commitment to improving health outcomes and mentoring the next generation of clinicians.

Professional Society

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) – Geriatric Section
National Association of Black Physical Therapists – Pennsylvania Chapter (Executive Board Member, Vice Co-Chair)
Salus University Orthotics and Prosthetics Program Advisory Board Member
Black Academia in Physical Therapy Mentorship Program

Selected Publications

Pinckney AN, Bullock DD, Long SN, Jones RM, Onifade OW, Magee JL. At the Party and Asked to Dance: Creating and Implementing a Minority Faculty Mentorship Program, Educational Leadership Conference, Oakland, CA. October 18, 2024

Doctor of Education (EdD)
A.T. Still University
Health Professions Education
June 2026 (anticipated)

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Temple University
Physical Therapy
May 2009

Bachelor of Science (BS)
Lincoln University
Health Science
May 1998