Occupational Therapy - Adjunct Pool
Company Description: WORCESTER STATE UNIVERSITY is a vibrant public university located in the residential west side of Worcester, Massachusetts, the second largest city in New England and home to 38,000 college students at more than a dozen colleges and universities. Situated on a compact 58-acre campus, the University offers 50 undergraduate and graduate academic programs to more than 6,400 students annually. The Princeton Review ranks us as one of the 75 "Best Value" public colleges in the country, as well as a "Best in the Northeast" college. Of the 13 undergraduate public universities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Worcester State University is one of only three to earn the latter distinction, which is largely based on academic quality and student surveys. Our tag line, "Change the way the world works," speaks to our commitment to graduating students who are not only prepared for work or further study, but who also have learned how they can make a difference. With a marketing slogan of "Academic excellence at an affordable price," the University strives to provide the best academic experience to students from all walks of life. Job Description: The Occupational Therapy Department invites qualified individuals to join our adjunct hiring pool for future courses. Candidates should identify their specialty areas in their cover letter. Requirements:
- All candidates must have a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy or a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy and a post-professional Master's Degree.
- OT licensure in Massachusetts.
- Current certification through NBCOT.
- A minimum of five years of OTR experience is preferred.
- Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
- Experience with distance learning preferred.
- Must have a laptop and reliable internet access.
Additional Information: Worcester State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Here at Worcester State University, it is strongly recommended that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment. Application submission to the part time adjunct faculty pool is open to qualified professionals who possess skills, education, and experience in academic and/or professional areas. Adjunct faculty postings are for potential part-time, non-benefited, teaching positions. The applicant pool will be reviewed by the department chair, when searching for candidates to fill the position. Applicants for adjunct positions will not be notified of their status unless they are contacted by the department chair or their designee. Applicants should withdraw their application from the pool if they are no longer interested. Application Instructions: Please submit a CV, cover-letter (noting interest adjunct teaching and/or supervising student teachers, as well as interest in day and/or evening courses), and one letter of reference dated within the last 6 months. Educational background will be verified through the National Student Clearinghouse or through copies of original, sealed transcripts if selected for hire. Documents which cannot be uploaded to one's account may be sent via fax to 508.929.8169 or by mail to the following address: Employee Services Worcester State University 486 Chandler Street Worcester, MA 01602-2597 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job