Academic Fieldwork Coordinator & Department Faculty

The Chicago School•Chicago, IL

2d•$80,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

ABOUT THE CHICAGO SCHOOL The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for over 45 years. As an employee at The Chicago School, you can become a member of an inclusive community committed to excellence. At The Chicago School, we celebrate individuals of all backgrounds and identities for who they are and what they can contribute. We take pride in hiring and retaining the most dynamic, talented, and passionate professionals who will help us continue to innovate for decades to come. The Chicago School’s Mission “The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovation theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities.” The Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program aligns with and supports the mission of the Chicago School by training evidence-based practitioners of occupational therapy with a culturally sensitive, holistic curriculum. Offered in a hybrid format, the program is primarily online, with minimal on-campus sessions that promote hands-on learning, collaboration, and professional development. POSITION SUMMARY The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC), Department Faculty reports to the Program Director of the OTD program. This position is responsible for teaching up to 12 semester credits per academic year within the occupational therapy program with primary responsibility for fieldwork related courses and courses within professional expertise area. The AFWC/Assistant Professor position is a full-time position and is based at the Chicago, IL campus. This role requires a minimum on-site presence of three days per week and allows for up to two days of remote work per week. Work schedule is subject to change based on program needs, including mandatory on-campus events, student laboratory sessions, onsite faculty led fieldwork experiences, and other in-person academic or administrative responsibilities.

Requirements

Doctoral degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by the USDE (OTD, PhD, EdD, DSc, DHSc, etc.).
Degree from a US accredited occupational therapy program.
Proficient in document/report preparation adhering to institutional editorial guidelines.
Occupational Therapist, initially certified by the National Board Certification Commission for OT.
Illinois OT License effective by start date.
Current membership and participation in appropriate state, regional, and national professional organizations appropriate to professional identity.
Minimum of two years of experience as an occupational therapist.
Experience as a fieldwork educator or documentation of training in the roles and responsibilities of a fieldwork educator.
Experience teaching in either a clinical or academic setting.
Working understanding and experience with Canvas (or an equivalent Learning Management System).
Proficiency in video conferencing systems.
Intermediate-to-advanced computer skills required (MS Office Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat Professional).
Proficiency with video conferencing systems.
Working knowledge of FERPA student privacy regulations.

Nice To Haves

Post-Professional Doctorate (OTD, PhD, DHSc, DSc, or EdD).
AOTA Fieldwork Educator Certificate.
Experience with course development and teaching related to fieldwork.
Experience supervising Level I and Level II OT students.
Evidence of scholarly activity, such as publication, presentation, and continuing education related to occupational therapy.
Familiarity with higher education accreditation standards and compliance analysis.
Experience preparing self-study reports, serving on accreditation evaluation teams, and/or participating in accreditation committees.
Proficiency with data management systems.
Knowledge of online adult learning theory and best practices.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain written agreements between The Chicago School and all partner organizations that are sufficient for students in each cohort and in effect prior to and for the duration of all fieldwork experiences.
Coordinate Level I and Level II Fieldwork experiences for students in each cohort.
Oversee and ensure compliance with all accreditation standards related to Level I and Level II Fieldwork Experiences.
Ensure that all aspects of the fieldwork experiences have a clear connection to the OTD curriculum and accreditation standards, and that both process and outcomes are documented.
Develop and teach fieldwork related courses and content related to area of expertise within the occupational therapy program up to12 semester credits per academic year to support an understanding of overall program objectives and comply with accreditation standards.
Prepare syllabi; update course materials; participate in course and program learning outcome assessments; continuously improve course materials; and develop curriculum.
Deliver instruction in an online learning environment using available university learning management and document storage systems.
Provide detailed feedback on student assignments in a timely and constructive manner while working to maintain engaging and respectful interactions with students.
Provide advising to assigned OT students that include conduct and responsibilities to enter the profession, student progress and academic standing, fieldwork education planning and feedback, and doctoral capstone preparation.
Demonstrate a commitment to building a learning community empowered through multicultural perspectives that lead to cultural competence with humility and emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice for students, staff, and faculty.
Maintain memberships with professional associations related to professional area of expertise (e.g., AOTA, ILOTA).
Maintain current Illinois OT licensure in effect on start date.
Complete continuing education courses related to area of expertise and adult education strategies.
Consistently engage in professional writing and publication efforts, including with students when possible.
Participate in research with program peers and other university staff when possible.
Engage with students’ Capstone mentor and/or committee member when available and when subject matter is consistent with publication interests.
Assist students to present at state, regional, or national association conferences and/or publish in periodicals or peer-reviewed journals.
Participate in university service through committee work, collaborations, and ad hoc projects/initiatives.