Adjunct Instructor- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Weatherford College; Weatherford (TX); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Weatherford College invites qualified applicants to join its adjunct faculty pool. Adjunct appointments are made on an as-needed basis to support the academic year. The adjunct instructor will create and maintain an effective learning environment in courses assigned, with modalities including face-to-face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or dual credit.

Hours vary and may include day, evening, or weekend sessions. All faculty must familiarise themselves with and adhere to College policies and procedures,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed to practice OTR or COTA in Texas.
• Minimum of 3 years practice experience.
• Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline and facilitate student learning outcomes.
• Mentor students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Maintain an effective learning environment across modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, online, dual credit).
• Provide timely feedback to students and timely grade submission.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.

Skills

Teaching ability

Clinical OT practice

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in field + 2-5 years experience

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy + 6-10 years experience

Master’s degree + 11-15 years experience

Doctorate + 16+ years experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department. Applying for an adjunct appointment would add the applicant to a pool which is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case a need arises for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on an as needed basis.

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for creating and maintaining an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned. Teaching modalities may be face-to-face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or within the context of dual credit instruction. Hours vary, depending on need and course schedule, and may include day, evening, and/or weekend instruction.

All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Required Education

All faculty members must possess minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching courses designed for workforce certificate or degree completion. These standards include an appropriate academic degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline.

Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application.

• Associate degree and/or 2-5 years work experience in the field of study.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or 6-10 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study.
• Master’s degree and/or 11-15 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study.
• Doctorate degree and/or 16+ years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study.

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy. Licensed to practice OTR or COTA in Texas.

Required Experience

• Minimum 3 years practice experience.

Preferred Experience

• Prior teaching experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline and provide instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses.
• Mentor students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, including face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual credit instruction.
• Provide instruction in both traditional and non-traditional learning modes and engage in instructional preparation.
• Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications in a timely manner.
• Assess student performance and submit final grades in a timely fashion.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior.
• Be available to students by appointment.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings.
• Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels.
• Complete required training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Each adjunct faculty member must demonstrate the ability to instruct in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; provide instruction that achieves specific goals and objectives; create a professional and effective learning environment; communicate effectively with students and college personnel; treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice; exercise the highest professional and ethical standards; and observe documented policies and procedures.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated as a security-sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check.

Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.