Adjunct, M.S. in Occupational Therapy

Adjunct Faculty, M.S. in Occupational Therapy

Location:

Columbia, South Carolina

The Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program adjunct faculty have primary responsibility for implementation of the educational curriculum, facilitation of all aspects of student learning in the classroom. This adjunct faculty position in the M.S. in Occupational Therapy program has duties that support the teaching of classes and/or labs within specific specialty areas. To ensure that student learning outcomes are consistent with the curriculum threads of the OT program and ACOTE standards, the syllabi and Canvas Learning Management System are in place.

All positions are based on enrollment and subject to available funding.

• Faculty:
  Adjunct Faculty

• School of Occupational Therapy, College of Health Sciences, Columbia S.C. campus, in-person

• The Lenoir-Rhyne University OT Program Faculty reports to the OT Program Director.

• Contribute to student instruction and evaluation as course coordinator, lecturer, laboratory instructor, and/or small group discussion facilitator in areas appropriate to clinical experience and educational preparation including actively taking part in assuring the availability of remedial instruction as assigned by the Program Director

• Required master’s degree at a minimum; a master’s degree earned from an accredited OT program is required.
• Required minimum of two years of relevant experience or clinical practice experience in area of gerontology
• Required to have a valid OT license in the State of South Carolina or eligibility to obtain such licensure
• Preferred prior teaching experience or strong desire to educate future OT professionals.
• Maintain high integrity, confidentiality, and ethical standards
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment
• Maintain and contribute to a professional, respectful, courteous, welcoming and inclusive environment
• Treat other individuals with dignity, respect and kindness
• Adhere to all university policies, procedures, standards, values, and comply with all federal state, and local laws

Position requirements in the role description outlined above indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently.

Lenoir-Rhyne University promotes a welcoming campus environment that is integral to the university's commitment to excellence in engagement and education. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience nurturing a welcoming community, working with faculty, staff, and/or students from all walks of life and/or incorporating varied perspectives and traditions in their current or previous positions. This commitment is rooted in our Lutheran tradition of fostering wisdom, nurturing vocation, and preparing students for lives of purpose while serving the common good.

Lenoir-Rhyne University is a co-educational, private masters comprehensive liberal arts institution founded in 1891, with its traditional campus located in Hickory, N.C., a town of more than 40,000. The university has additional off-campus instructional sites in Asheville, N.C. and Columbia, S.C. The university now offers more than 45 undergraduate and 20 graduate degree programs to approximately 2,400 students. Lenoir-Rhyne University seeks to liberate mind and spirit, clarify personal faith, foster physical wholeness, build a sense of community, and promote responsible leadership for service in the world.

Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Lenoir-Rhyne promotes campuses open to people from all religious and non-religious backgrounds.

About College of Health Sciences

The College of Health Sciences at Lenoir-Rhyne University provides current and practical knowledge and skills that prepares students for success in differing health science careers. The college offers four undergraduate degrees:
Exercise Science, Nursing, Public Health, and Sports Management. At the graduate level the college offers:
Master of Science Exercise Science, Master of Public Health, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Master of Science Occupational Therapy.

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