Adjunct Faculty, Occupational Therapy
HybridOrlando, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Facilitate meaningful learning of course competencies through hybrid delivery models combining on-ground and online instruction. Design class instruction by developing student learning outcomes and instructional plans to meet accreditation standards. Deliver learning-centered instruction across settings while establishing a classroom environment conducive to student involvement. Evaluate student performance against criteria established in syllabi and grading rubrics. Oversee teaching and lab assistants by orienting them to roles, reviewing safety procedures, and facilitating lab setups. Assist in labs by setting up equipment, observing safety protocols, and reinforcing critical thinking about course concepts. Attend faculty meetings as needed and pursue annual faculty development activities. Maintain professional standards and ethics while demonstrating clinical competency specific to occupational therapy practice.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of experience as an occupational therapist or certified occupational therapy assistant
- Current knowledge in area of practice, ethical standards and standards of practice
- Must be eligible for licensure, currently licensed or otherwise credentialed according to regulations in the state or jurisdiction in which the program is located
- Eligible for a driver's license or currently holds a valid driver's license in the state in which the program is located
- Able to lift 20 pounds when performing job responsibilities
- Able to stand for extended periods of time (e.g., one hour or more) when teaching, facilitating labs or on fieldtrips
- Able to demonstrate techniques specific to the practice of occupational therapy
- Zero to two years of experience in instruction or a formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution
- Experience with hybrid course instruction and delivery
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build successful relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrates outstanding conflict resolution skills
- Demonstrates time management and detail-oriented skills
- Demonstrates effective computer skills (e.g., software, analytical, report writing)
- Demonstrates clinical competency and compliance with professional standards of practice
- Able to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines
- Able to develop a professional rapport with diverse stakeholders
- Able to develop and complete projects without continuous direct supervision
- Able to learn from students' participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual
- Able to perform responsibilities within legal and ethical boundaries
Desired Qualifications
- Membership in a professional association tied to area of instruction
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