Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Instructor (PRN / On-Call)

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings•San Marcos, CA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Pima Medical Institute is seeking a flexible, experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our San Marcos campus as a Substitute OTA Instructor. In this PRN/on-call role, you will step in as needed to deliver pre-planned classroom lectures, guide hands-on laboratory activities, and maintain instructional continuity for our Occupational Therapy Assistant students when primary faculty are away. This is an ideal opportunity for practicing clinical professionals who want to gain teaching experience or support healthcare education on a flexible, as-needed schedule.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited institution recognized by USDE or CHEA.
Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy (OT) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program recognized by USDE or CHEA.
Minimum of three (3) years of occupational experience in the field of Occupational Therapy.
Active, unencumbered California state license or credential as an Occupational Therapist (OTR) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
Documented expertise in area(s) of teaching responsibility and knowledge of content delivery methods.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

Step in on an as-needed basis to execute daily lesson plans, lectures, and practical demonstrations prepared by the primary instructor or Program Director.
Facilitate hands-on skills labs, guide students through clinical technique practice, and enforce lab safety protocols.
Maintain an active, supportive, and structured learning environment that encourages student participation and comprehension.
Record accurate student attendance and document daily student progress or lab completions during coverage shifts.
Communicate effectively with primary faculty and the Program Director regarding course coverage, student performance, or any issues encountered during substitute shifts.