Dept Chair & Lead Instructor, OT Assistant

Austin Community College; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 81,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Community College is seeking a Faculty member for the Occupational Therapy Assistant program who will also serve as the department chair. The role provides academic leadership, manages the department budget, and represents the department in college councils and processes.

Start date is Spring 2027. The program aims to prepare competent occupational therapy assistants, accredited by ACOTE, serving the Austin area.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a field related to Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership and coordinate the Occupational Therapy Assistant department.
• Develop and maintain budget and instructional supplies.
• Teach and mentor students, ensuring inclusive and diverse learning environments.
• Lead departmental governance, curriculum review, and program assessment.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Budget management

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Austin Community College is seeking a Faculty member for the Occupational Therapy Assistant program who will also serve as the department chair. The role provides academic leadership, manages the department budget, and represents the department in college councils and processes.

Start date is Spring 2027. The program aims to prepare competent occupational therapy assistants, accredited by ACOTE, serving the Austin area.