Adjunct, Occupational Therapy-Manhattan

Touro University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 103,320 - 151,536; Part time

Job summary

Touro University in New York is seeking a part-time Adjunct faculty member for the Occupational Therapy program. This role involves preparing and teaching courses while ensuring students receive proper academic support.

Applicants must possess a relevant master's degree or terminal degree, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and learning management systems like Canvas is required. Competitive hourly rates are offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree, OTD, Ph.D., other terminal degree, and/or credentials related to the area of expertise taught.
• Record of expertise and experience in content taught.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses in area of expertise.
• Grade assignments and submit course grades.
• Utilize online platforms for teaching responsibilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency in Learning Management Systems

Education

Master’s degree or terminal degree in area of expertise

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Learning Management Systems

Zoom

Job description

Adjunct, Occupational Therapy-Manhattan

Job Locations: US-NY-New York

Overview

Part‑time adjunct faculty members will teach courses in the Occupational Therapy Program on the Manhattan campus. Applicants with expertise in all areas of occupational therapy are welcome to apply. Curriculum Vitae are retained for 1 year. Applicants whose area of expertise meets the needs of the program will be contacted.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and teach courses within area of expertise as assigned for the semester hired.
• Grade assignments within the course.
• Submit course grades by the due date.
• Meet with students, as needed, related to courses taught.
• Utilize on‑line platforms, such as Canvas, Zoom, and software to support teaching responsibilities.
• Attend meetings with supervisor as requested or as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree, OTD, Ph.D., other terminal degree, and/or credentials related to the area of expertise taught.
• Record of expertise and experience in content taught.
• Strong inter‑personal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.
• Access to and ability to utilize or learn to utilize Learning Management Systems including Canvas and platforms such as Zoom.
• Ability to utilize or learn to utilize APA style for grading papers.

Maximum Salary

USD $110.00/Hr.

Minimum Salary

USD $75.00/Hr.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

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