Adjunct Lecturer in Health & Fitness Studies – Therapeutic Recreation Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Adjunct Lecturer in Health & Fitness Studies – Therapeutic Recreation 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 235 Wellesley Street, Weston, MA 02493 Summary The Department of Health and Fitness Studies at Regis College is seeking Adjunct Lecturers for the Fall 2025 semester to teach various therapeutic recreation courses. 1. THR 218 – Facilitation Techniques for Adults . This course provides students with hands-on participation in facilitation techniques relevant to therapeutic recreation. Several types of therapeutic interventions appropriate for adults and older adults will be presented. Students will gain introductory knowledge and skills necessary for each modality, apply the interventions to specific case studies, and lead peer groups in utilizing the specific modalities for therapeutic purposes. It is a 15-week course that begins on September 2nd and runs through the fall semester. The course is taught

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on the Weston campus. The course outline and textbook are available for the instructor, as well as previous Moodle course materials. 2. THR 303 – Management in Therapeutic Recreation Services . This course will provide students with the principals, methods, and techniques for management and administration of therapeutic recreation programs. Students will gain knowledge regarding facility and resource management; public relations; personnel hiring, training, and management; grant writing; effective leadership techniques; and problem-solving. It is a 15-week course that begins on September 2nd and runs through the fall semester. The course may be taught in person or synchronously online. The course outline and textbook are available for the instructor, as well as previous Moodle course materials. Responsibilities Teach THR 218 Facilitation Techniques for Adults (lecture) as an

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course and/or THR 303 Management in Therapeutic Recreation Services as an in person or online synchronous course. Engage with all responsibilities associated with teaching: content preparation, grading, office hours, student engagement, academic assessment, etc. Meet with Interim Dean periodically to discuss content, student progress, challenges, etc. Qualified Candidates Must Possess A Master’s degree or higher in Therapeutic Recreation/Recreation Therapy. Maintain a valid Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential. Past experience and expertise implementing recreation therapy facilitation techniques and interventions with adults. (THR 218) Past experience managing TR services (THR 303) Evidence of prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level preferred Commitment to creating an inclusive classroom learning environment in keeping with the University’s commitment to inclusive excellence in a diverse educational community. Ability to collaborate with other faculty Ability to utilize technology necessary for teaching including but not limited to: Office 365, Moodle, library and other online resources Working Conditions/Physical Demands Ability to perform all duties necessary for classroom instruction Ability to provide experiential learning opportunities for student to learn and implement recreational therapy facilitation techniques and interventions. Ability to utilize technology necessary for teaching, grading and communication with students

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Application materials should include a cover letter, resume, and two professional reference contacts. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis. In employment, as in education, Regis College is committed to equal opportunity. Regis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran’s status, membership in uniformed services or any other protected status. Regis College Mission Statement