Adjunct Instructor for the Department of Occupational Therapy

Springfield College, Regional and Online; Springfield (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Springfield College invites applications for part-time adjunct faculty positions in the Department of Occupational Therapy on the Springfield College Campus. Positions may teach in undergraduate, MSOT and/or OTD programs, including Neurology, Adult/older adult rehabilitation, Management/Entrepreneurship, Research/Evidence Based Practice, and Fieldwork preparation seminars.

Compensation for adjunct faculty with fewer than 3 years teaching experience is $2,820 per 3-credit course, and $3,513 per

Qualifications

• Initial certification as an occupational therapist.
• OT Licensure or eligible for OT licensure in Massachusetts.
• Strong commitment to student success and academic excellence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Documented experience in content area of course focus.
• Must reside in one of the following states: MA, CT, WI, DE, TX, VT, FL.

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate lecture and/or lab courses within the Department of Occupational Therapy at our Springfield College Campus.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on assignments and discussions.
• Facilitate active communication with students to support their learning and professional growth.
• Collaborate with the OT Program Director and other faculty to ensure course content meets program standards and objectives.
• Participate in curriculum development and course revision as needed.

Skills

OT Licensure

Content area expertise

Student feedback

Education

OT Licensure

Job description

Springfield College invites applications for part-time adjunct faculty positions in the Department of Occupational Therapy. The Department is seeking individuals who are passionate about the profession and support our goal to prepare professionals for leadership in the use of human occupation to promote people’s participation in meaningful life roles and activities. Adjunct positions may teach in our undergraduate, MSOT and/or OTD programs. Available opportunities may include Neurology, Adult/older adult rehabilitation, Management/Entrepreneurship, Research/Evidence Based Practice, and Fieldwork preparation seminars.

Compensation for adjunct faculty with fewer than 3 years college teaching experience is $2820 for a 3-credit course

Compensation for adjunct faculty with 3 or more years college teaching experience is $3513 for a 3-credit course.

Teach and facilitate lecture and/or lab courses within the Department of Occupational Therapy at our Springfield College Campus.

• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on assignments and discussions.
• Facilitate active communication with students to support their learning and professional growth.
• Collaborate with the OT Program Director and other faculty to ensure course content meets program standards and objectives.
• Participate in curriculum development and course revision as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Initial certification as an occupational therapist
• OT Licensure or eligible for OT licensure in Massachusetts
• Strong commitment to student success and academic excellence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Documented experience in content area of course focus
• Must reside in one of the following states: MA, CT, WI, DE, TX, VT, FL

Preferred Qualifications

• At Least 1 year of clinical experience
• Previous teaching experience and/or serving as a fieldwork educator
• Familiarity with online learning systems such as Brightspace

Application Process

Applicants should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter detailing their interest in the position, potential course content/topics, and relevant experience including prior online teaching experience and scholarship development.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting academic and professional achievements.

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.