2526-176(b) - Faculty, Occupational Therapy Assistant - Lunenburg Campus

Nova Scotia Community College 2526-176; Town of Bridgewater; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Lunenburg County seeks a Faculty - Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide instruction and engage in diverse educational experiences. Candidates must have a degree in Occupational Therapy and at least five years of relevant experience. A commitment to equity and inclusion is essential. The position offers a full-time contract starting August 2025 with a competitive salary based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• University degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized school.
• Minimum of five years related Occupational Therapy experience.
• Familiar with computer applications and basic internet skills.
• Comfortable using multimedia technologies and online/blended learning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Collaboratively design and deliver educational experiences.
• Engage in academic and career advisement.
• Ensure health and safety practices in learning environments.

Skills

Theoretical and practical instruction

Teamwork and collaboration

Presentation skills

Knowledge of WHMIS

Education

University degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Faculty - Occupational Therapy Assistant, Education

Lunenburg Campus, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia

School of Health and Human Services

Auxiliary Full-Time Position (60%): Commencing approximately August 25, 2025 and ending approximately December 27, 2027. Application deadline: 11:59 PM August 21, 2025. Competition No. 2526 - 176(b).

The salary scale for NSCC Faculty is based on steps that range from $74,170.79 to $102,223.12 prorated to 60%. New Faculty may receive up to a maximum of nine steps with potential additional steps for relevant experience.

What you’ll do

• Provide theoretical and practical instruction in the Occupational Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy Assistant program.
• Collaboratively design and deliver educational experiences for a diverse group of learners, including preparation, instruction, assessment and evaluation using a broad range of teaching practices and technologies (e.g., Learning Management Systems such as Brightspace, and classroom technology).
• Engage in related duties including academic and career advisement, committee participation, curriculum revision, work-integrations/placements, liaison with business and industry, and upholding NSCC policies and procedures.
• Ensure health and safety practices in classrooms, shops and labs.
• Maintain currency with current industry practices and evolving teaching methods; may teach across different delivery modalities and work hours, including weekends and evenings.

What you’ll need

Qualifications and Occupational Experience :

• University degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized school and registration with the relevant licensing body.
• Minimum of five years (full-time equivalent) of recent related Occupational Therapy experience; current good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia. Supervisory/monitoring/assessment/advising experience is an asset.
• Familiar with computer applications (Microsoft Office, email) and basic internet skills; comfortable working in a digital environment and using technology to enhance the student experience.
• Experience liaising with business and industry; ideally with experience delivering educational programs or training to adults.
• Knowledge and experience in WHMIS, occupational health and safety, and occupation-specific safety practices.
• Comfortable using multimedia technologies and online/blended learning platforms; ability to teach in online/blended environments and willingness to participate in training for this delivery model if needed.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility and anti-racism; strong presentation and interpersonal skills; teamwork and collaboration.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. Applications from Aboriginal/Indigenous persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons from minority groups, women, and those who identify with a sexual orientation or gender identity/expression are encouraged. Applicants may self-identify online during the application.

Additional information

NSCC is organized into five campus regions and three stand-alone campuses. Stand-alone campuses include Ivany Campus, Sydney Waterfront Campus and eCampus. All NSCC positions are advertised on a regular basis. Late or paper applications are not accepted. Please contact the HR representative for reasonable accommodations if needed during the application process.