Occupational Therapy Assistant Ground Instructor - Adjunct

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction to students that meets the program and course objectives. The instructor maintains an organized, disciplined classroom environment conducive to learning and imparts workplace‑relevant requirements to students.

• Deliver curriculum aligned with program and course objectives.
• Create a positive and effective learning environment for adult learners.
• Facilitate instruction that meets ACOTE standards and integrates andragogical principles.
• Ensure students acquire the knowledge and skills needed for placement in occupational therapy settings.

• Understanding of education environments and the needs of adult learners.
• Ability to provide a positive and effective learning environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of professional career paths for which students are enrolled.
• Motivation, dedication and enthusiasm for teaching.
• Good organization and communication skills.

• Graduate Degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college.
• Current NBCOT registration.
• Current CA CBOT license in good standing.
• At least 4 years full‑time experience as an occupational therapist.
• Ability to understand and comply with ACOTE standards.
• Documented expertise in assigned classes.
• Documented expertise in content delivery including andragogy.

Adjunct, hourly, non‑exempt. Adjunct faculty hours are determined by scheduled courses in a particular module. Adjunct faculty are scheduled as needed with no guarantee of hours at any time; scheduled hours are generally under 25 per week.

• Hourly rate: $35.00–$45.00 per hour.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Paid vacation, sick leave and paid holidays.
• Professional opportunities in a growing organization.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Platt College Los Angeles, LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion (including religious dress/grooming practices), creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), age, national origin, marital or registered domestic partnership status, veteran status or military status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, including genetic characteristics or genetic information, medical condition, ancestry, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or by local ordinance.

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