OTA Applied Kinesiology Adjunct Faculty

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver class instruction to meet course competencies
• Collaborate with the academic fieldwork coordinator to ensure that course design meets standards to facilitate success with fieldwork rotations
• Advise and tutor students as indicated
• Complete faculty and student evaluations
• Participate in workshops, seminars, and continuing education to enrich professional development.

Requirements

• Coordinators must hold a minimum of a baccalaureate degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE-recognized regional or national accrediting body
• A minimum of three years of full-time clinical experience
• At least one (1) year teaching experience is preferred with knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques
• Knowledge of principles, methods, current developments in the field required
• Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught, with documented specialty certifications or advanced practice certifications preferred
• Strong leadership, communication (oral and written), organizational and interpersonal skills
• Licensed to practice as an OT or OTA in the state of TN or Eligible for Licensure in the State of Tennessee

Qualifications

Necessary Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop, implement and interpret policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate sensitive information verbally and in writing to a diverse population.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and database software systems.
• Experience with or a willingness to learn video/LMS platforms (ex: Canvas).