Assistant Professor- AZ- Occupational Therapy
Teaching
Teach assigned courses in accordance with the course syllabus and College policy.
Develop and use a syllabus for each course consistent with the guidelines of the College and the Occupational Therapy Program.
Demonstrate skill and knowledge in teaching content pertinent to occupational therapy practice and science.
Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods in order to maintain currency and relevance.
Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
Evaluate students using a variety of valid and reliable means to measure their progress toward achievement of course objectives, and inform them in a timely manner of their progress in the course.
Review, evaluate, and recommend student learning materials, including current texts, teaching techniques, and technology relative to courses within occupational therapy.
Doctoral Capstone Coordination
Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of the OTD capstone experience and project in compliance with Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education standards.
Develop and maintain capstone site partnerships and mentor relationships.
Coordinate and monitor student capstone placements, progression, and outcomes.
Ensure alignment of individualized learning objectives with program and accreditation expectations.
Establish and manage systems for tracking, documentation, and assessment of capstone experiences.
Provide mentorship to students and guidance to capstone mentors.
Contribute to program evaluation, accreditation preparation, and continuous quality improvement related to capstone.
Institutional and Community Service
Participate in scheduled institutional service activities which include student orientation and commencement exercises.
Actively participate in Program, College, or University meetings and committee meetings.
Participate in College- and Program-related activities such as community education, health career fairs, recruitment of students, student activities, and special programs.
Actively participate in activities required to maintain Program accreditation standards.
Review and evaluate Program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards and requirements of the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education and the Higher Learning Commission.
Perform other duties as determined in consultation with the Program Director.
Provide leadership in accreditation-related activities, including documentation and compliance with Higher Learning Commission and Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education standards.
Personal and Professional Development
Establish annual objectives, including personal and professional development plans in consultation and mutually determined with the Program Director.
Maintain professional standards of ethical behavior consistent with the American Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Midwestern University faculty handbook.