What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy position at American International?
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At American International College (AIC), we believe in the power of education to transform lives. Located in the heart of Springfield, Massachusetts, our vibrant campus blends historic charm with modern innovation. With approximately 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students, AIC offers a close-knit, supportive culture where your work makes a meaningful impact.
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Job Description:
- Strong commitment to high quality instruction in a diverse, student-centered environment and the ability to work with students with various learning styles and backgrounds.
- Interest in active and collaborative learning and enthusiasm for working in an interprofessional setting.
- Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students, faculty, and staff.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Blackboard, and the use of instructional technology to teach traditional, hybrid or online courses as needed and serve as a resource for faculty using these tools.
- Enthusiastic, committed teacher-scholar with demonstrated excellence in teaching and scholarship.
- Teach required course load each semester (could include 15 credits per semester).
- Advise an average of 25-30 students.
- Scholarship work in area of teaching responsibility/clinical expertise.
- Collaborate with Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to find/supervise Level I Fieldwork experiences.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practice in area of clinical expertise.
- Participate in departmental committees and required activities (e.g. academic awards night; commencement; pinning ceremony; weekend admissions events).
- Participate in college committees as assigned.
- Collaboration with the Program Director on assigned duties involved in maintaining college accreditation (NECHE) and specialized program accreditation (ACOTE).
- Maintenance of professional and specialized clinical credentials.
- Attendance at all required college events (i.e. admissions open houses; academic awards night; graduation).
- Attendance at all required school & departmental events (i.e. SHS and departmental faculty meetings).
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Doctorate in OT (OTD or PhD) or related field.
- Pediatrics and neurological occupational therapy experience
- At least 3 years of professional practice experience as an OT in area of teaching responsibilities (pediatrics and or neurology).
- Licensed or eligible to be licensed as an OT in the State of Massachusetts.
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