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Presbyterian College

Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy

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An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$58,342 / year median in South Carolina

+9% projected growth

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Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy Position Description This is a full-time, twelve-month, non-tenure-track instructional faculty position responsible to the School of Health Professions and theOccupational Therapy Department. The duties of the position are as follows: Teaching Teach a course load appropriate to the discipline and position. It is preferred the candidate haveknowledge and experience to teach courses related to: the conditions Occupational Therapy treats; the occupations engaged in across thelifespan; how physical and neurological conditions impact the adult client; and how to manage a business. The preferred candidate would alsohave experience designing curriculum and preparing students for the NBCOT exam. Plan and organize instruction to maximize studentlearning objectives. Implement contemporary teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter tostudents. Modify, as needed, instructional approaches to address student diversity. Learn and use technology to enhanceteaching and the educational experience (i.e., the internet, institutional learning system (Brightspace), distance coursework (tele-medicine/video conferencing as needed), and other interactive technology, as appropriate). Encourage and facilitate the development ofcommunication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments. Contribute to the selection and developmentof instructional materials in accordance with course objectives and the curricular design. Incorporate specific core competenciesinto specific coursework taught. Develop, update, and post course syllabi in a timely manner in accordance with programpolicies. Manage classrooms and labs to ensure equipment is maintained and up-to-date. Serve as a mentor and advisor forstudent's doctoral projects as assigned. TeachingOutcomes Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes andspecific course objectives. Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximumlearning. Identify students at risk for not meeting performance criteria in order to assist student with engaging the appropriateresources for success. Maintain accurate documentation/records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to ProgramDirector/Administrative staff each semester according to established deadlines. Meet with advisees at least once a semester andmaintain accurate documentation any issues, progress, or positives discussed. (note: documentation to be placed in student's programfile) Support of Program Policies andProcedures Post and maintain regular office hours to ensure accessibility for advisement andconsultation. Serve as faculty advisor within the current program/college advisement system as assigned. Maintainconfidentiality of student information. (i.e. FERPA, HIPPA, etc.) Substitute for other instructors within field or discipline incase of an absence. Exercise stewardship (fiduciary responsibility) of college facilities and materials. Participate in peerevaluation of faculty including observations and reviews as required. Recruit students by supporting and participating in officialcollege recruiting functions, visitation, and hosting of visiting groups as well as participation in interviews, vetting, and decisionmaking of potential admissions to the program. (Student Affairs) Participate in the continuous quality improvement of the OTDprogram including course/programmatic changes. (Academic Affairs) Facilitate and participate in connections with programs(community, medical, and other organizations) to enhance the OTD program. Serve as a committee member with responsibilities asassigned for national programmatic accreditation. Represent the College/Department in community events relative to the OTDProgram. Assist advisees with registration in the Fall, Spring and Summer as needed. College and Program Activities Serve on college and program committeesas assigned. Participate in meeting and events required by the college and program administrators. Respond in a timelyfashion to information requests from college and program administrators. Support both part-time and full-timecolleagues. Contribute to program and college curriculum development processes. Participate in graduationceremonies Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as anindividual or as a part of a team. Maintain familiarity with program and college goals, mission, and long-rangeplans. Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate systems. Participate in professional activitiesthat contribute to the educational goals of the department college, and its constituents. Perform professional responsibilities inaccordance with pertinent goals, missions, and plans of the college and programs. Scholarship Each faculty member will have responsibilities associatedwith scholarship. • Scholarship Agendas will be determined/negotiated on an individual basis • Research Space and IRB information canbe found in the college policies and procedures as to qualifications and usage. Professional Behaviors Serve as a role model for faculty members,students, and staff in the department and college. Stay current in subject matter through professional development, involvement inprofessional organizations, and or attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops. Demonstrate sensitivity to studentneeds and circumstances. Administrative As stated in teaching requirements for program coursework. No authority orresponsibility for the supervision of others, project direction, or program administration unless assigned by the programchair. Other Other duties as assigned by theProgram Director.
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Receives guidance and direct supervision from the ProgramDirector/Chair. MinimumRequirements Doctoral Degree required in Occupational Therapy or related field of study. National Boardfor Certification in Occupational Therapy State Licensure 3-5 years' experience as an Occupational Therapist in a clinicalpractice setting. PreferredRequirements Teaching experience Student interaction as clinical instructor orcoordinator Expertise in a specific area of the discipline (i.e. Burns, Splinting, Adult Neurorehabilitation, Private Practiceowner, etc.) To Apply Interested individuals should provide a cover letter explaining interest in theposition, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from all graduate institutions, and three references with contact information. Materialsshould be sent electronically to the Program Director, Dr. Moni Keen, at mkeen@presby.edu . Review of applications will begin on June 30, 2026, and continue until theposition is filled. Please contact Dr. MoniKeen , Program Director of the OTD Program, if you have any questions about the position. About Presbyterian College Presbyterian College (PC) is a liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church USA. The college is committed to anequitable and inclusive learning environment for all students, supports academic freedom, and encourages community involvement. Located inClinton, South Carolina, PC is approximately 40 minutes from Greenville and Spartanburg, South Carolina and about one hour from Columbia,South Carolina. The region offers abundant opportunity for social and recreational activities, with easy access to Asheville and Charlotte,North Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia. Presbyterian College is an EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group onthe basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or geneticinformation. PC is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encouragesapplications from minorities and women. je-b4722a9177a844359d6fd010e5c1366b