CC Associate Professor & Program Director OTA program

River Valley Community College is accepting applications for faculty teaching position in our Respiratory Therapy program; strong academic background is required. River Valley Community College can only hire faculty who reside in the six (6) New England states.

• Teaches an assigned academic course schedule in a classroom, laboratory, and/or clinic /field experience setting as appropriate for the OTA program;
• Demonstrates teaching effectiveness through the development, modification, and evaluation of program curricula and instructional materials that comply with established course content, integrate theory with applications, clearly define course goals, observe program and institutional accreditations standards, promote critical thinking and life skills, and respond to diverse academic needs;
• Maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs and advises individuals or groups of students in academic matters relevant to the academic area of specialization and exercises professional judgment in referring students to appropriate personnel;
• Supervises student learning activities and academic progress and maintains accurate records of student progress and accomplishments. Consults with and interprets these to students;
• Assists with the selection, placement, and follow-up of new students;
• Coordinates and leads departmental activities and operations by meeting with executive and advisory groups to discuss needs, career developments, and the effectiveness of instruction, developing and evaluating credit and non-credit programs and/or courses, mentoring faculty in subject area competency and instructional expertise, actively cultivating and maintaining collaborative relationships with business and industry within the field of instruction, and engaging in outreach to educational partners for the development and implementation of articulation initiatives;
• Provides leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of college sponsored recruitment and retention activities including career and job fairs, student orientations, registrations, and award ceremonies, and/or advising student activity groups, as assigned;
• Engages in professional activities related to the area of teaching specialization that partner the college with the wider community by serving on college or system teams, or participating in community-sponsored events, as assigned;
• Remains technologically and pedagogically current within the specialized field of instruction through participation in relevant professional associations and educational & training activities. Utilizes appropriate instructional and administrative technologies as required for teaching effectiveness and college operations/communication;
• Serves on and leads college or system committees, as assigned;
• Complies with all college, system, state and federal rules and regulations;
• Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior;
• Other duties as assigned.

Education: Master’s degree for an USDE recognized accrediting college or university in Occupational Therapy.

Experience: Five (5) years teaching and/or industry experience in the field of occupational therapy, with at least Three (3) years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level and direct clinical experience as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.

Special Requirements: Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting. Understanding of and experience with occupational therapy assistants.

Licensure/Certifications: Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant certification and current NH license.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Knowledge of basic teaching methods and materials, problems, and subject matter as related to courses of instruction. Basic knowledge of principles, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment of the career field. Demonstrated ability to work with and secure the cooperation of others and demonstrated ability to supervise and direct the work of learners. Ability to maintain comprehensive and accurate records of the progress and development of the individual student. Evidence of consistent satisfactory professional attitudes. Must be willing to maintain an appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the college appointing authority.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: This class specification is descriptive of general duties and is not intended to list every specific function of this class title.