Instructor, Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) 9 Month
Location
Wilmington - Downtown Campus, NC
Job Type
Full Time Faculty
Job Number
21-00278
Division
Health Sciences
Department
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Opening Date
10/06/2026
Closing Date
10/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Description
DEFINITION:
To provide classroom and laboratory instruction to students and assist in program development.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Receives general supervision from the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Director
Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
- Provide classroom and laboratory instruction to students.
- Develop class outlines and establish guidelines for various courses; prepare lesson plans and supplemental teaching materials; schedule classroom activities and select appropriate texts.
- Encourage a variety of teaching strategies to foster critical thinking and clinical applications.
- Develop and prepare tests to evaluate student academic and clinical performance; grade and record individual scores
- Review available instructional materials; estimate time, materials, and equipment required for various assignments; submit requests for materials, supplies and equipment to program director
- Supervise the use of and operation of various instructional equipment; provide instructional demonstrations on mechanical machinery or other equipment as appropriate; develop laboratory assignments to provide hands on experience as appropriate.
- Participate in systematic program evaluation.
- Participate in curriculum development, evaluation and change; ensure that the curriculum contributes to the development of skills, knowledge and abilities, which prepare students to enter into the profession
- Act as an advisor and counselor to students; provide individual tutoring to students outside of the classroom as needed
- Attend faculty and advisory committee meetings as required.
- Assist in training and calibration of new part-time clinical faculty; clinical protocols, use of instructional equipment and materials.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance; maintain other records and databases according to program needs.
- Stay abreast of new developments and changes in various assigned academic fields and clinical setting; participate in professional development programs, observation at fieldwork sites, workshops, seminars and other continuing education programs as appropriate.
- Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures related to required teaching area.
- Participate in student recruitment efforts.
- Participate on college committees and in other institutional activities and programs
- Serve as liaison for the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program with other health science programs, college departments, division, agencies, industries, organizations, and community partners.
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Other Important Functions:
- Ensure adherence to safe and appropriate work practices and procedures.
- Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lesson format; evaluate various textbooks and select books to be used for future classes.
- Assist other program instructors in teaching and lab experiences
- Travel with students to provide assistance and instruction as appropriate.
- Demonstrate community involvement.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Professional skills, knowledge, and attributes within the Occupational Therapy profession
- Classroom and laboratory instructional techniques and procedures
- Principles and procedures of academic and instructional techniques and procedures
- Current trends, occupational therapy best practice, research and development in the area of assignment
- Principles and techniques involved in test development and administration
Ability to:
Work independently in the absence of supervision
Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Interpret and apply College goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain professional, cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
Making observations
Reading and writing
Communicating with others
Operating assigned equipment
Handling varied tasks simultaneously
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
Operating assigned equipment
Handling varied tasks simultaneously
Bending, stooping, climbing or lifting up to 50 pounds or more based on human transfers
Instructing and engaging in safe human transfers during teaching experiences with students
Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:
Making sound decisions
Responding to questions
Demonstrating intellectual capabilities
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:
Required Minimum Education/Training:
- A baccalaureate degree or higher awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE-recognized regional or national accrediting body. The baccalaureate degree is not limited to a degree in occupational therapy.
- Graduate of an ACOTE accredited Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant program. For degrees from institutions in countries other the United States, ACOTE will determine an alternative and equivalent eternal review process.
Required Minimum Experience:
- Two years clinical experience as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant in an adult physical condition setting- including but not limited to skilled nursing, rehab, etc..
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Is qualified to teach in an occupational therapy or occupational therapy assistant educational setting based on clinical and academic appointment experiences.
- Is proficient in course development, instruction, evaluation, and academic advising.
- Experience as an Academic Fieldwork Educator for occupational therapy or occupational therapy assistant students.
- One years' experience as an instructor in an ACOTE accredited occupational therapy program or in curriculum development.
License:
- Hold a current NC Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant license, initially certified nationally and credentialed according to state requirements
Supplemental Information
Special Instructions to Applicants:
- This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
- Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
- Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Masters degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
- To claim veterans' preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.
STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are fully committed to the principles and practice of equal employment and educational opportunities. The College does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees in any programs and activities provided on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender (including gender identity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected status as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and any other applicable statutes and CFCC policies.
State of NC benefits
https://cfcc.edu/human-resources/current-employees/benefits/state-health-plan/
Employer Cape Fear Community College
Address 411 N Front Street
Union Station Building-Suite 299
Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401
Website http://www.cfcc.edu