Occupational Therapy Educator & NBCOT Exam Coordinator

Samuel Merritt University; Michigan; On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Mental health and wellness resources

Education reimbursement

Paid vacation, sick leave, and par ent

Nine paid holidays, plus a paid break

Two floating holidays

Volunteer Work Day

Education Leave Days

Job summary

Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, CA, invites applications for a 1.0 FTE faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the entry-level MOT/OTD programs. The role splits 0.5 FTE in teaching and 0.5 FTE in NBCOT exam readiness coordination.

Responsibilities include course development, student assessment, and program improvement to support ACOTE accreditation. The successful candidate will lead NBCOT exam preparation, oversee data monitoring, advise students, and partner

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in OT (OTD, PhD, EdD, or related field) is required.
• Current NBCOT certification is required.
• Current, unencumbered licensure to practice occupational therapy in California, or eligibility to obtain California licensure prior to appointment, is required.
• Eligibility for faculty appointments at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.
• Clinical expertise in the practice area of the teaching assignment is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop instructional materials for MOT/OTD courses based on program outcomes.
• Coordinate teaching and laboratory activities with faculty to optimize learning.
• Lead NBCOT exam readiness strategy and program oversight.
• Monitor NBCOT performance data and report to Program Director/leadership.
• Provide academic advising and contribute to accreditation readiness and program review.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Project management

Multitasking

Education

OT Doctoral degree

NBCOT certification

CA licensure eligibility

Job description

Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, CA, invites applications for a 1.0 FTE faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the entry-level MOT/OTD programs. The role splits 0.5 FTE in teaching and 0.5 FTE in NBCOT exam readiness coordination.

Responsibilities include course development, student assessment, and program improvement to support ACOTE accreditation. The successful candidate will lead NBCOT exam preparation, oversee data monitoring, advise students, and partner