Occupational Therapist Assistant - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Sinclair Community College

Dayton (OH)

Hybrid

USD 1,441,000 - 1,653,000

Part time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Waiver for You

Career Growth Opportunities

Generous Retirement Benefits

Work-Life Balance and Wellness

Faculty Mentorship

Job summary

Sinclair Community College is hiring a part-time Occupational Therapist Assistant adjunct faculty member for face-to-face teaching at the downtown Dayton campus. Courses run morning, afternoon, and evening, with extensive clinical training to prepare students for diverse ages and abilities.

The starting pay is $1,046 per credit hour assigned to teach, with tuition waivers for employees and opportunities for career growth and retirement benefits through STRS.

Qualifications

Associate degree in OTA or related field required; bachelor's preferred.
Licensed as Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant in Ohio.
Prior teaching experience in a community college is preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to use educational technology.
Commitment to improving student learning with innovative strategies.

Responsibilities

Teach curriculum developed by the department as adjunct faculty.
Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
Prepare syllabi for all assigned sections per policies.
Employ teaching strategies and instructional technology as appropriate.
Modify methods to meet diverse student needs.
Support classroom and online efforts to promote success.
Evaluate and return student work promptly.
Maintain accurate records of student progress.
Submit final grade rosters by deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality of student information.
Adjunct cannot teach more than 12 credit hours per semester.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Educational technology

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

OT/OTA license

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Job Title Occupational Therapist Assistant - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location

Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number

Job Number 03479

Department

Department Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Category

Job Category Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type

Job Type Part-Time

Status

Status Regular

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/01/2026

Resume Review Date

Resume Review Date Ongoing

Closing Date

Closing Date 12/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary

The Sinclair Occupational Therapist Assistant Program is currently seeking part-time (adjunct) faculty to teach face-to-face for morning, afternoon, and evening courses at our downtown Dayton campus. In this program, students will have to opportunity to combine biological and behavioral sciences with technical occupational therapy assistant courses. Additionally, students will participate in extensive clinical training, allowing them to have experiences working with people of all ages and abilities.

The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hour assigned to teach.

Why you'll love Sinclair

Tuition Waiver for You: Employees can take advantage of tuition-free access for up to 3 credit hours per semester.
Career Growth Opportunities: Grow your career through opportunities for advancement and promotion
Generous Retirement Benefits: Build your future through participation in STRS , including a 14% employer contribution.
Work-Life Balance and Wellness: Access programs, resources, and events that support your personal well-being and professional success.
Faculty Mentorship: Receive guidance and support from experienced faculty to help you transition from a professional career into the classroom.

Principal Accountabilities

Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department
Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning
Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies
Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate
Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs
Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success
Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning
Maintain accurate records of student progress
Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines
Maintain confidentiality of student information
Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than the maximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

Minimum of an associate’s degree in the content area or a related field is required; bachelor’s degree preferred
Must be a licensed Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant required
Evidence of successful prior teaching experience is preferred
Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work successfully in a community college environment
Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (if applicable) and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a minimum of an associate's degree?
- Yes
- No
* Are you currently licensed in the state of Ohio as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant?
- Yes
- No
* Are you able to teach face-to-face at the Dayton campus?
- Yes
- No
* In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the state in which you currently reside or will perform work for this position.
- Ohio
- Indiana
- Kentucky
- I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of these states.
* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, and will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for a work visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
- Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in the future.
- Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but will require sponsorship now or in the future.
- No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.