ASHS - Adjunct Instructor - OT

A T Still University of Health Sciences; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A university institution is seeking non-exempt adjunct faculty in Occupational Therapy for its Mesa, Arizona campus. The position requires a Master’s degree, with a doctorate preferred, and a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience. Responsibilities include teaching, grading, and supporting student success. Applicants must possess a current Arizona OT license where applicable. This role is only filled on an as-needed basis, ensuring flexibility in assignments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s degree; doctorate preferred.
• 3+ years of clinical practice in occupational therapy.
• Teaching experience at college level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty to teach courses in expertise areas.
• Manage courses including grading and exam setting.
• Provide quality feedback and support to students.

Skills

Clinical practice in occupational therapy

Teaching experience

Knowledge of current occupational therapy practice

Education

Master’s degree

Doctorate (preferred)

Job description

Description

A.T. Still University's Arizona School of Health Sciences seeks applications for non-exempt adjunct faculty for the department of Occupational Therapy on the Mesa, Arizona campus.

Job Duties:

• Collaborates with other faculty to teach in areas of content expertise.
• If instructing a course independently, all responsibilities of course management; delivery; grading, setting exams, etc.
• Teaches course content and learning experiences in assigned courses to promote student learning.
• Assists lead faculty in labs if adjunct is hired only for lab instruction.
• Adheres to the defined grading procedures and standards in accordance with the grading policies of the OT department.
• Establishes positive relationships with students to promote their success.
• Models professional attitudes and behaviors.
• Provides prompt, quality feedback and advising to students.

Please note that adjunct positions are only filled on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

A minimum of a Master’s degree is required; an earned doctorate is strongly preferred. A minimum of 3 years clinical practice is required with demonstrated knowledge of current occupational therapy practice. Some college level teaching experience is preferred. Must have AZ OT license when appropriate.

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.