OTD Graduate Assistant (Tutoring and Lab Assistants) Ruskin

Position Details

Posting Summary

Position Title OTD Graduate Assistant (Tutoring and Lab Assistants) Ruskin Posting Number AS1150P Subdivision School of Health Professions Division Col.Health Professions & Sci. Department Occupational Therapy Florida Location Ruskin, Fl Position Summary

Career Readiness Learning Objectives

This role supports the development of the following professional competencies, in alignment with the NACE Career Readiness Framework:

• Career & Self-Development: Engage in professional tasks that promote personal growth, expand academic expertise, and foster leadership through peer and faculty collaboration.
• Communication: Communicate effectively and professionally with faculty and students in person and through digital platforms, maintaining clarity, respect, and responsiveness.
• Critical Thinking: Apply analytical and inclusive reasoning to help peers master academic content, solve problems, and support student learning across various instructional contexts.
• Professionalism: Uphold the highest standards of responsibility, punctuality, and ethical conduct. Manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and demonstrate reliability in all duties.
• Equity and Inclusion: Promote an inclusive learning environment by being receptive to diverse perspectives and helping identify and remove barriers to academic success.
• Technology: Leverage educational technologies to enhance instruction, support student learning, and contribute to efficient completion of assigned tasks.

The Graduate Assistant will support first-year OTD students in mastering complex content areas such as neuroscience, neurorehabilitation, and human movement analysis, while also assisting faculty in classroom and laboratory preparation and management. This position offers opportunities to reinforce academic knowledge, contribute to a collaborative learning environment, and gain transferable professional skills.

Fall Semester Responsibilities

The Graduate Assistant will serve as a student liaison for the following courses:

• DOCCT 825: Neuroscience
• DOCCT 821: Human Movement Analysis

Responsibilities include:

• Providing academic support and tutoring to first-year students
• Assisting with classroom and lab setup and breakdown
• Supporting student assignments, projects, and group activities
• Aiding faculty/staff with quiz development and grading and special projects, as needed

Spring Semester Responsibilities

During the spring semester, the Graduate Assistant will continue serving as a liaison with particular attention to:

• DOCCT 831: Neurorehab Techniques

Duties include:

• Facilitating student understanding of course material through one-on-one and group support
• Assisting with lab organization and preparation for OT courses

Additional duties

• Performing additional academic or administrative support tasks to fulfill weekly hourly requirements, as assigned by faculty or staff

Additional Expectations

• Maintain inventory and cleanliness of lab areas
• Assist students in preparing for lab practicals
• Collaborate with faculty across the program to support instructional and operational needs
• Demonstrate adaptability and attention to detail in all aspects of the position
• Expected to be self-directed and motivated to assist students and faculty.

This Graduate Assistantship provides an excellent opportunity to strengthen your academic foundation, develop professionally, and contribute meaningfully to the success of your peers and faculty.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a second-year student in the Ruskin Occupational Therapy Doctorate program
• Successful academic performance in neuroscience, human movement analysis, and related coursework
• Cumulative GPA through Spring 2026 of 3.7 or higher
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Demonstrates professionalism, initiative, and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Gannon University and the OTD Program

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands

Should be able to bend, lift, push and pull to set up lab equipment

May be asked to lift up to 50lbs.

May be asked to walk campus multiple times a day

Exempt Status Non-Exempt Position Classification Support Office Position Type GA (Lab Assistant/Tutoring) Employment Status Part-Time Position Length 9M Hours per Week 10 Work Schedule Office Hours - Depending On Candidate's Schedule Shift 1st

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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