Occupational Therapist Assistant Program Lab Instructor

State of Georgia; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Chattahoochee Technical College is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist Assistant Program Lab Instructor to support program instruction at the Canton Campus. The role involves teaching and supervising OTA students in lab settings, with a focus on pediatric skills and clinical competencies.

The position is adjunct and term-based, with Monday lab sessions and responsibilities including evaluating student progress, maintaining licensure, and aligning coursework with ACOTE B standards.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed OT or OTA in Georgia.
• Associates degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university.
• 1+ years of experience in practice as an OT or OTA.
• Pediatric OT experience preferred.
• Previous teaching experience in OT or healthcare field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in accordance with program policies in a laboratory setting.
• Evaluates student performance of psychomotor skills using program criteria.
• Explains critical knowledge and skills to students in a pediatric setting.
• Operates OTA skills laboratory equipment effectively.
• Maintains professional competence and licensure/certification.
• Responds to emails and voicemails according to policy; completes required PD and evaluations.
• Plans and implements course criteria; class meets Mondays at Canton Campus.
• Ensures ACOTE B standards are included and assessed in the course.

Skills

OT/OTA experience

Pediatric OT

Teaching experience

Team-based instruction

Education

Georgia OT/OTA license

Associates degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant Program Lab Instructor# Team Georgia Careers## Occupational Therapist Assistant Program Lab InstructorApply: Canton: Part time: Posted Today: JR0000007914Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! **Job Title:**Occupational Therapist Assistant Program Lab Instructor**Agency:**Chattahoochee Technical College**Job Requisition ID:**JR0000007914**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Compensation Details:**$38.00/HR NO STATE BENEFITS**Job Description:**## **POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT****POSITION:** Occupational Therapist Assistant Program – Lab Instructor**APPLICATION PROCEDURE:** For your application to be considered complete, please submit the online application along with a cover letter, resume, and transcript (if applicable). Prior to hiring, candidates will undergo a pre-employment criminal background check, motor vehicle records review, and employer/professional reference verification. After initial screening, additional documentation may be requested.**POSITION DESCRIPTION**: Part-time position available as Adjunct faculty. Assist the Program Director and/or lead instructor in instructing, supervising, and evaluating students in classroom/lab setting. Courses are taught during daytime hours on the **Canton Campus**. Prefer routine availability on Mondays.**NOTE: Lab Instructor positions are part time positions of employment appointed on a per academic term basis. Therefore, your employment is limited and there is no expectation that your association with Chatt Tech will extend beyond this term.****JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:**1. Responsible for instructing students in accordance with program policies and procedures in a team-based instructional environment in laboratory settings.2. Evaluates student performance of psychomotor skills using program criteria.3. Explains critical knowledge and skills to students in a pediatric setting.4. Operates OTA skills laboratory equipment effectively.5. Maintains professional competence and certification or licensure.6. Responds to emails and voicemails according to policy; completes required professional development, evaluations, and other college-required responsibilities in a timely fashion. May perform other related tasks as assigned by the Program Director or College Administration.7. Plan and implement course criteria. This class will be one day a week on Mondays.8. Ensure all associated ACOTE B standards are included and assessed within the course.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*** Currently licensed OT or OTA in Georgia* Associates degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university.* 1+ years of experience in practice as an OT or OTA**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:*** Experience in Pediatric OT including assessment and therapy interventions* Previous teaching experience in OT or health care field* Proficient with Microsoft Office products**SALARY/BENEFITS:** Salary $38 per hour. There are no State Benefits. Please be aware that all Chattahoochee Technical College employees must be paid by DIRECT DEPOSIT unless exempted by the State Accounting Office based on “hardship” evidence provided by the employee.**RESPONSE DEADLINE:** Opened until filled**ANTICIPATED EMPLOYMENT DATE:** Fall 2026**EMPLOYMENT POLICY:** *Chattahoochee Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Questions about the accreditation of Chattahoochee Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling**[phone]**, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (**www.sacscoc.org**).**As set forth in its student catalog, Chattahoochee Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Chattahoochee Technical College Title IX Coordinator, Shanequa “Nickkie” Warrington, Marietta Campus, 980 South Cobb Drive, Building C 1102B, Marietta, GA 30060, 770-975-4023, or* *[e-mail]**, and Chattahoochee Technical College Section 504 Coordinator, Caitlin Barton, 5198 Ross Road, Building A1320, Acworth, GA 30102, [phone], or**[e-mail]**.****A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia***