Adjunct Instructor, Occupational Therapy Program

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Bargaining Unit:

UUP

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapy Program in the School of Health Professions at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking an hourly/part-time Adjunct Instructor. The successful candidate will:

• Prepare for and teach course(s) (didactic lab/experiential clinical) within area of expertise to occupational therapy students in the Masters and/or Post-Professional Doctorate Program as assigned annually.
• Manage all aspects of course delivery including grading; use of learning management system; developing and updating course materials syllabi and lesson plans maintaining student records.
• Develop and update course materials syllabi and lesson plans.
• Provide guidance and leadership to students through advisement and mentorship counseling and referring to appropriate party as needed.
• Participate in program school and university-wide professional activities as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain regular office hours.
• Maintain all professional credentials for position held.
• Demonstrate strong professional interpersonal communication skills.
• Collaborate with Program Chair and faculty to ensure quality of curriculum.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree (PhD OTD EdD DHSc or other relevant doctoral-level degree) awarded by an institution accredited by a USDE-recognized regional accrediting body.
• New York State Occupational Therapy Licensure.
• Active NBCOT Certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Clinical experience.
• Computer proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior post-secondary teaching experience.

Work Schedule:

Variable Days; Variable Hours (Hourly/Part-Time)

Salary Grade/Rank:

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

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