Faculty Member, Occupational Therapy

Requisition Number AS1029P Job Title Faculty Member, Occupational Therapy Pay Rate The minimum starting salary is $80,803. The salary of the candidate selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and education. Position Type Faculty Full-Time Position Summary The Occupational Therapy faculty position supports the establishment of an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program by serving as the inaugural program director to establish and maintain accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) and the strategic operation of the School of Biological, Physical, and Health Sciences. Faculty work as members of an instructional team of full-and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high quality instruction to students. By creating an inclusive learning environment that integrates diverse perspectives and respect for all individuals, the faculty member fosters student mastery of learning outcomes using current disciplinary practices while actively engaging students in critical thinking, effective communication, creative problem-solving and modeling open-minded inquiry. This position is part of the full-time faculty collective bargaining unit. Working conditions (including teaching load) are governed by the UAMD-FCC collective bargaining agreement. (UAMD-FCCAgreementFY25-28Ratified6-11-25.pdf) The work that belongs to full-time faculty includes, but is not limited to, teaching, mentoring, advising and other instructional duties and assistance to students; professional service, including developing and maintaining the integrity of the curriculum and degree requirements, assessment and accreditation and other duties related to departmental and college organization and operation; discipline-appropriate scholarly and creative activity; other professional engagement in the broader life of the College community to maintain and continually work to improve the academic standards of the College and foster the conditions that enable the best possible College experience for students. This is a 12-month faculty position. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Teach assigned courses in Occupational Therapy, etc. in instructional modalities as determined by the College. 2. Maintain an in-person, on-campus presence for a minimum of 20 hours per week. 3. Participate in curriculum development, academic assessment and accreditation responsibilities as appropriate. 4. Develop and implement strategies for student success, including general student advising. 5. Attend and participate in division, school, career community and other meetings, Commencement, Convocations, time sensitive meetings called by administration, student open houses, orientations and administrative days. 6. Service to the College, including but not limited to participation in College committees. 7. Contribute to the College’s strategic initiatives including participation in student, course, and program outreach activities in the College and community. 8. Engage in on-ongoing professional learning including, but not limited to, the implementation of new pedagogical delivery techniques, up-to-date knowledge of their discipline and effective teaching practices. 9. Perform other work-related duties as assigned. Required Minimum Qualifications 1. Master's degree (must be conferred by the date of hire from a USDE accredited institution) 2. Three (3) years teaching experience at post-secondary (community college level preferred), mentoring, or training and/or industry related experience in the content area or closely related field 3. Initial certification as an occupational therapist (OT) or occupational therapy assistant (OTA) licensed to practice in a US jurisdiction and eligibility to obtain a Maryland State License 4. 5 years of documented experience in OT that includes clinical practice, administrative experience, scholarship, and understanding of role of an OTA Work Schedule Schedule determined according to course necessity. Courses are offered on days, evenings, or online. Full/Part Time Full Time Telework Eligible? No Essential Personnel? No For Best Consideration 11/24/2026 Non-Discrimination Statement Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Frederick Community College