Contributing Faculty Occupational Therapy Program

GENERAL SUMMARY A contributing faculty member at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) provides engaging clinically-focused learning opportunities for students in the health science professions through face-to-face blended and/or online delivery methods. The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences seeks contributing faculty members to teach in our Occupational Therapy programs program. Courses are taught via the Universitys online platform (Blackboard). Faculty members educate USAHS students by effectively and proficiently using online technology and resources so that knowledge information feedback and critique are imparted to students in thoughtful carefully formulated well written and timely DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains expertise in content areaPromotes student success through optimal student engagementCompletes all course management requirements to meet program deadlinesPrepares and delivers course contentMonitors student progress; gives feedback as appropriateFacilitates student participation in learning activitiesServes as student-to-university liaisonReports student outcomes and uses this information for teaching and learning improvementsAssesses student performance on papers/examinations/projects Communicates with program director (and course coordinator if teaching a multi-section course) regarding student difficulties or issues that ariseEnsures consistent content and testing if a multi-section courseCompletes annual self-evaluation of teaching performance; sets goals for improvementKeeps course content current and as necessary aligned with course consistency policyRecommends course improvements for upcoming semesterPromotes professionalism by modeling such behaviors inside and outside the classroom setting; promotes interprofessional dialogCollaborates with necessary departments to support a positive team environmentUpholds University core values policies and proceduresOTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMay perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to REQUIREMENTSSome travel may be IN ORGANIZATIONREPORTS TO: Academic Program Director POSITIONS SUPERVISED: NoneTECHNICAL MANAGERIAL and PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIREDTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated in part based on performance of each essential function. Appropriate reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential and/or EXPERIENCEExperience with distance learning degree preferred. Post- professional masters degree or clinical doctorate with demonstrated clinical expertise with plans to obtain a terminal degree will be consideredPrior teaching experience preferred could include onlineExperience in scholarly activity preferredA minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in the area of course content requiredWorking knowledge of educational theory and methodologyLICENSURE and/or CERTIFICATIONFaculty Members must be appropriately credentialed possess an earned degree from an accredited institution or recognized by a countrys ministry of education in the discipline being taught and be licensed or license-eligible in order to teach in specific COMPETENCIES Committed to Mission and Values - Has a clear understanding of institutions mission and values. Has a passion for facilitating learning and for enabling students to navigate their own learning Knowledge to the Discipline - Compelled by the opportunity to contribute through research scholarship professional practice or -Takes personal responsibility for own goals and outcomes to ensure student success. Establishes clear expectations follows through on commitments to students and holds them accountable for assignments and performanceCollaborative - Works cooperatively with others across the institution and beyond including the community and through partnerships. Represents own interests while being inclusive and fair to Effectively - Adapts oral and written communication approach and style to the audience and based on the message. Also listens attentively to Engagement - Makes students feel welcome understood and valued. Creates a learning environment that is compelling challenging and Discipline Expertise - Has sufficient credentials industry expertise and/or experience in the discipline to teach according to the standards and qualifications Design - Designs learning experiences closely linked to learning outcomes including lesson planning design of project work integrated group learning experiences or interactive learning objects. Has depth of expertise in pedagogy andragogy and overall learning Delivery/Learning Facilitation Skills - Manages small large blended hybrid and/or online classrooms monitoring and ensuring participation managing ones own and students time and attention COMPETENCIESTo perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of the position:Core Ethics and ValuesCommitted to Mission and Values: Has a clear understanding of institutions mission and values. Has a passion for facilitating learning and for enabling students to navigate their own learning journey. OperationalCommunicates Effectively: Adapts oral and written communication approach and style to the audience and based on the message. Drives Engagement: Makes students feel welcomed understood and valued. Creates a learning environment that is compelling challenging and productive. TechnicalTeaching Delivery/Learning Facilitation Skills: Manages small large blended hybrid and/or online classrooms monitoring and ensuring participation managing ones own and students time and attention effectively. Academic Discipline Expertise: Has sufficient credentials industry expertise and/or experience in the discipline to each according to the standards and qualifications required. Contributing Faculty are hired for specific assignments which may vary by term. Compensation is a reasonable estimate and will be determined based on course credit hours student enrollment and educational degree RANGE:Contributing Faculty Per Course: $259.00 - $10506.00Faculty Lab Instructor Per Hour: $41.60 - $57.00