CC Associate Professor & Program Director OTA program

Accountabilities

• Teaches an assigned academic course schedule in a classroom, laboratory, and/or clinic /field experience setting as appropriate for the OTA program;
• Demonstrates teaching effectiveness through the development, modification, and evaluation of program curricula and instructional materials that comply with established course content, integrate theory with applications, clearly define course goals, observe program and institutional accreditations standards, promote critical thinking and life skills, and respond to diverse academic needs;
• Maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs and advises individuals or groups of students in academic matters relevant to the academic area of specialization and exercises professional judgment in referring students to appropriate personnel;
• Supervises student learning activities and academic progress and maintains accurate records of student progress and accomplishments. Consults with and interprets these to students;
• Affords assistance with the selection, placement, and follow-up of new students;
• Coordinates and leads departmental activities and operations by meeting with executive and advisory groups to discuss needs, career developments, and the effectiveness of instruction, developing and evaluating credit and non-credit programs and/or courses, mentoring faculty in subject area competency and instructional expertise, actively cultivating and maintaining collaborative relationships with business and industry within the field of instruction, and engaging in outreach to educational partners for the development and implementation of articulation initiatives;
• Engages in professional activities related to the area of teaching specialization that partner the college with the wider community by serving on college or system teams, or participating in community-sponsored events, as assigned;
• Remains technologically and pedagogically current within the specialized field of instruction through participation in relevant professional associations and educational & training activities. Utilizes appropriate instructional and administrative technologies as required for teaching effectiveness and college operations/communication;
• Serves on and leads college or system committees, as assigned;

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Masters degree for an USDE recognized accrediting college or university in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience: Five (5) years teaching and/or industry experience in the field of occupational therapy, with at least Three (3) years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level and direct clinical experience as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.
• Special Requirements: Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting. Understanding of and experience with occupational therapy assistants.
• Licensure/Certifications: Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant certification and current NH license.