Adjunct Occupational Therapy Assistant Instructor

Adjunct - Occupational Therapy Assistant Instructor

Job Summary 

Have you ever thought about teaching in your area of expertise?  Are you passionate about making an impact and empowering others with life changing opportunities? If so, Hawkeye Community College has a great opportunity for you. 

The School of Science and Health Sciences seeking an Adjunct instructor to provide high-quality instruction in the Occupational Therapy Assistant discipline. Hawkeye is interested in finding knowledgeable, positive professional role models to lead our students. 

• Adjunct positions are set to begin the Spring 2025 semester. 
• Classes will be on campus and may include hybrid, face-to-face lecture, and/or lab.

As an Adjunct Instructor, you are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. Part-time teaching assignments may be held on days, evenings, and weekends. Instructors will plan and guide the learning processes for students toward the achievement of curricular goals and objectives as identified and documented in course outline materials. Additional responsibilities include employing instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting course and student objectives; assessing the accomplishments of students on a regular basis according to department policies and procedures, and providing progress reports (evaluations and grades) as required. 

Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a diverse student body through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs.  Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve. 

Essential Job Functions 

Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review weekly instructional plans and materials with OTA program faculty to ensure information meets current accreditation standards.
• Use various instructional modalities.
• Responsible for maintaining a laboratory and lecture environment for hands-on teaching.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives, assess accomplishments of students on a regular basis, and provide progress reports as requested/ required.
• Supervise and advise students.
• Provide one office hour per week for student accessibility and consultation.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with the OTA program faculty, Dean, supervisors, other faculty, the program Advisory Committee, all divisions of the College, prospective employers, and the community.
• Regularly collaborate with faculty and staff to meet departmental goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Occupational Therapy. 
• Holds a current State of Iowa Occupational Therapy License. 
• Work experience as a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 3000 hours working with adults and elders’ population.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new and current technical skills and ideas.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills to positively interact with students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated motivation to serve students from all backgrounds and educational experiences.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service, maintain student confidence and protect operational integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations (faculty, staff, students, and general public) in a professional and personable manner. 
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through inclusive behaviors and helping contribute to a culture of inclusivity, and a vibrant, diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and working environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level. 

Working Conditions

Instruction will be on campus and classes will be on campus and may include hybrid, face-to-face lecture, and/or lab with anticipated hours being flexible including morning and/or afternoon.

Work is performed either in or a combination of an office and/or classroom setting using technology.  Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move frequently during working hours. During the course of the day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computers.

Employment Status 

Part-time adjunct position with wages expected to be up to $49 per credit hour.

Anticipated hours will be flexible including morning or afternoon.  A part-time teaching load of 15 credit hours per year is typical.

Application Procedure

• Complete an online application at www.hawkeyecollege.edu/employment 
  • Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following: 
    • Describe how your experience and education meet the requirements and responsibilities of the position.
    • Share why you are interested in teaching.
    • List the times you would be available to teach (ex: morning or afternoon).
  • Submit/upload a resume. 
  • Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor. 
• Completed applications including all required materials will be review upon submission.