Lecturer Occupational Therapy (part-time)

The University of Wisconsin - Milwaukees Program in Occupational Therapy Science Technology & Rehabilitation is seeking a qualified ad hoc instructor to teach the course Occupational Therapy with Children and Families. The course includes lecture content and lab experiences. The position is temporary and needed to cover the course starting in February. The ad hoc instructor will be fully supported by the OT Program Director for both planning and delivering course content.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver high-quality course content related to occupational therapy to address the needs of children and their families in a wide range of practice settings.

• Develop syllabi lesson plans assignments and exams that align with program goals and accreditation standards.

• Facilitate classroom discussions and lab experiences.

• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.

• Ensure course materials are inclusive and accessible adhering to university standards.

• Maintain office hours and/or virtual availability to assist students outside of class.

This is a part-time fixed-term appointment start date is to be determined. The tentative start date is early to mid-February 2026. The contract end date is May 24 2026.

Work will be performed on the UWM campus.

• Masters or doctoral degree in occupational therapy or a related field with a focus on practice settings that serve the needs of children and families.

• Proven expertise in the subject areas for which you are applying to teach.

• Currently Wisconsin licensed Occupational Therapist or eligible for State of Wisconsin Occupational Therapy License (must be licensed by start date).

• Clinical experience in occupational therapy settings where children and families receive occupational therapy services. Examples of settings include birth-to-three schools outpatient and inpatient settings.

• Demonstrated knowledge with billing practices documentation and laws such as IDEA that impact service delivery for children and families.

• Familiarity with using an online learning platform such as Canvas.

• Prior teaching experience at the university level.

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter detailing your interest in and qualifications for the position and current resume/CV that address your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications. PLEASE NOTE: resumes and cover letters will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application.

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be considered.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

Candidates will be required to provide a copy of their State of Wisconsin Occupational Therapy License upon hire.