OTD Assistant Professor — Teaching, Research & Service

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; Full time

Job description

Assistant Professor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Professor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

Academic Year

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program invites full-time, 12-month, non-tenured-track faculty candidates for Assistant Professor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy to teach in a variety of areas within the School of Rehabilitation Sciences. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities. The Assistant Professor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy reports to the OTD Program Director.

Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period

UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.

Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents.

Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution.

We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Essential Functions

• Teach as part of an integrated team in the occupational therapy curriculum.
• Develop curriculum content aligned with the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education ( ACOTE ) standards.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.
• Develop and manage course website in Canvas, the Learning Management System used by the program.
• Ensure teaching effectiveness with respect to content expertise, instructional design, instructional delivery, and student engagement.
• Prepare timely and meaningful exams, projects, and assessments for assigned courses.
• Advise and mentor student/faculty scholarly projects; provide individual assistance to students during weekly office hours.
• Actively engage in a scholarly agenda for research and capstone.
• Meet scholarship expectations of both ACOTE and UIW Rank & Tenure Committee.
• Provide service to the respective department, school, university, community, and profession.
• Participate in faculty development workshops.
• Maintain contemporary teaching.
• Participate in intraprofessional and interprofessional education.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and academic counseling skills.
• Proficient in use of instructional technology.
• Demonstrated expertise in an area of occupational therapy practice.
• Ability to actively engage students in the learning process.
• Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting the profession of occupational therapy.
• Ability to work independently with confidence and to effectively coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
• Proficiency in human relations, communication, organizational, interpersonal, and academic counseling.
• Ability to conduct respectful relationships with students both in and outside the classroom.
• Ability to work collegially and productively within the university community.
• Proficiency in working collaboratively and effectively in a team.
• Proficiency in multitasking and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

Required Education

Graduate of an occupational therapy program awarded by the USDE recognized regional accrediting body with an earned PhD, EdD, DHS , earned entry-level OTD , or post-professional OTD .

Required Work Experience

• At least three (3) years of experience as a licensed occupational therapist.
• Some graduate teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience in an occupational therapy academic program.
• Prior clinical instructor experience.
• Active in clinical practice.
• Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• Occupational Therapy License or eligible for a Texas OT license.
• Member of the American Occupational Therapy Association.

Work Hours

Typical for full-time faculty in this field.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this field.

Posting Number

Posting Number UN821PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 3

Job Type

Job Type Full Time

Job Category

Job Category Faculty

Desired Start Date

Multi-Hire Pool Yes

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to

Reports to Program Director, Occupational Therapy

Salary

Salary $105,000 Annualized

Open Date

Open Date 05/12/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

N/A.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX

This position is considered a "Responsible Employee" under Title IX federal regulations and "Mandatory Reporter" under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts 1
• Professional Reference Contacts
• Proof of or Eligibility for Licensure

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 3
• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UIW Website
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • Personal Referral
  • Employee Referral
  • Other
• If you selected other, please tell us where?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you a graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program awarded by the USDE recognized regional accrediting body?
  • No
  • Yes
• * Do you currently hold an earned academic PhD, EdD, DHS, earned entry-level OTD, or post professional OTD?
  • No
  • Yes
• * How many years of experience do you have as a licensed occupational therapist?
  • Less than 3 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 years
  • 6 or more years
• * How many academic years of teaching experience at the graduate level do you have in this discipline?
  • None
  • 1 semester
  • 1 academic year
  • 2 academic years
  • 3 academic years
  • 4 or more academic years
• * Do you currently hold or are you eligible for occupational therapy licensure in Texas?
  • No
  • Yes, currently licensed
  • Yes, eligible for licensure
• * Are you currently a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association?
  • No
  • Yes