Occupational Therapy Faculty (Assistant/Associate Professor)

Touro College and University System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor for their Occupational Therapy program. This role involves teaching, mentoring students, and collaborating with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to integrate fieldwork into the curriculum. The ideal candidate will possess a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy and a strong record of scholarly work. With a focus on equity, communication, and professionalism, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of occupational therapists in a supportive academic environment. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in education and student success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in occupational therapy required.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly work and teaching in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach required courses and manage course delivery and grading.
• Support students during fieldwork placements and assist with site visits.

Skills

Scholarly work

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching experience

Fieldwork coordination

Education

Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

License in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

Job description

Overview

Touro University Occupational Therapy (OT) program is seeking to hire an Assistant/Associate Professor (rank is Commensurate with experience) for the All-women section of the OT program. Faculty job requirements include teaching, service, scholarship, and collaboration with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Teach required credit load
• Course preparation, delivery, management, grading, and use of a learning management system (Canvas) for courses offered in-person and by distance education
• Student advisement
• Serve as a professional role model to students in the areas of equity, fairness, ethics and objectivity, communication skills, and attitudes toward profession, job, school, and work responsibilities
• Assist AFWC with ensuring that fieldwork is integrated and appropriately represented in program curricula
• Assist AFWC with establishing clinical agreements between Touro and the site appropriate for students in the All-women section
• Maintain communication and support students during fieldwork placements
• Assist AFWC with conducting site visits, mediating between fieldwork supervisor and students, and establishing learning contracts when necessary

Qualifications Education/Experience

• License in Occupational Therapy from New York State Department of Education Office of Professional Licensing.
• Earned Doctorate preferred in Occupational Therapy or a related discipline awarded by an institution that holds a regional accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated record of scholarly work and activities preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of occupational therapy
• Experience teaching in higher education
• Experience with academic fieldwork coordination preferred.
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Certifications/Licensures

• License in Occupational Therapy from New York State Department of Education Office of Professional Licensing.
• Earned Doctorate preferred in Occupational Therapy or a related discipline awarded by an institution that holds a regional accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Travel

• Primarily work in Flatbush-Brooklyn campus with some travel to Long Island and NYC campuses.
• Travel to fieldwork sites as needed

Salary

Maximum Salary: USD $50,000.00/Yr. Minimum Salary: USD $40,000.00/Yr.