Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor (Temporary Employee Pool)

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Pacific seeks an educator to join our faculty in occupational or physical therapy, bringing strong clinical experience and a commitment to inclusive education. The role involves teaching across in-person and online formats and collaborating with administrators, staff, and students to advance student engagement.

The candidate will create learning materials, contribute to curriculum development, and support diversity and social justice initiatives across the campus community.

Qualifications

• Three years of clinical practice in OT or PT.
• Licensed in California or eligible within one year of appointment.
• Degree from an accredited USDE-recognized regional accrediting body.

Responsibilities

• Engage in teaching across in-person and online formats.
• Develop and deliver course materials for diverse learners.
• Promote social justice, equity, and inclusion in teaching and service.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Digital literacy

Online pedagogy

Canvas proficiency

Zoom proficiency

Diversity and inclusion

Team collaboration

Cultural responsiveness

Course material development

Education

Accredited USDE-recognized degree

Tools

Canvas

Zoom

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

Must have three (3) years clinical practice in OT or PT. Must hold a professional license in the state of California or be eligible within one (1) year of appointment. Must hold a degree in discipline from an accredited USDE -recognized regional accrediting body. The degree is not limited to Occupational Therapy.

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of three (3) years clinical experience. Ability to work as a team with administrators, fellow faculty, staff, and students. Knowledge, skills, and experience in working with diverse students. Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written modalities. Ability to create materials for in‑person and online learning using diverse teaching methods that support student engagement. Computer and online systems literacy. Experience with online pedagogy, including synchronous and asynchronous delivery. Familiarity with Canvas, Zoom and other systems and tools for course management and online learning. Emphasis on social justice and professional work. Strong knowledge, skills and experience in working with diverse students and client/patient populations. Awareness and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population through cross-cultural study, training, teaching, and other professional experiences. Sincere desire for personal growth and development as an educator, including teaching, scholarship, and service throughout one’s career. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.