Adjunct Instructor - Occupational Therapy Assistant; OTA Pediatrics Course

Adjunct Instructor – Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Pediatrics Course

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Title:

Adjunct Instructor - Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Pediatrics Course
Department: Health Sciences
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: MSCA
Funding: Contracted
Job Type: Part-time, Temporary
Timeframe: Spring 2026 Semester
Shift: TBD
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: Reports to the chair of the Health Sciences Department
Salary: According to MSCA contract guidelines

The Department of Health Sciences invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Instructor to teach HESC 0275:
Occupational Science II, a pediatric-centered course within the Occupational Therapy Assistant Baccalaureate (OTA-B) Program. This course emphasizes typical and atypical development, pediatric occupational participation, service delivery models, and the OTA's role in supporting children and families across early intervention, school-based, outpatient, and medical settings.

This in-person appointment is scheduled for Spring 2026, with the possibility of additional teaching opportunities in future semesters.

Essential:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-informed instruction in pediatric occupational science, aligned with course and program objectives.
• Demonstrate current clinical expertise in pediatric occupational therapy practice relevant to the course content.
• Implement inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive teaching strategies consistent with the University and OTA-B Program mission.
• Assess student learning using multiple evaluation methods designed to measure competency development.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to support student learning and professional growth.
• Maintain accurate grade records, documentation, and course materials in accordance with university policies.
• Utilize Brightspace (learning management system) for instructional delivery and communication.
• Hold regular office hours to support student academic success and advising needs.
• Collaborate with OTA-B faculty to maintain curriculum continuity and alignment across the program.
• Support students in applying course concepts to pediatric Level I Fieldwork expectations.

• Licensure / Regulation Requirements:
  • Must be a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) or Occupational Therapist (OT) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, in accordance with jurisdictional requirements for teaching OT content.
  • Licensure must be maintained in good standing throughout employment.
• Degree Requirements:
  • A minimum of a master's degree from a USDE-recognized accredited institution in Occupational Therapy, Health Sciences, or a related field.
• Academic &…