Site Coordinator, Occupational Therapy Program

South University•Orlando, FL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online. The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home. What's next for you is the first priority for us! Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow. South University, the right direction for a brighter future.

Requirements

For OTRs: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and a Master's degree or doctoral degree in another field awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE recognized institutional accrediting agency, required.
For COTAs: Minimum of Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant and a Bachelor’s degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE recognized institutional accrediting agency, required.
Zero to two years of experience in instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
Minimum of two years of experience as an occupational therapist or certified occupational therapy assistant, required.
Must be eligible for licensure, currently licensed or otherwise credentialed according to regulations in the state or jurisdiction in which the program is located.
Current knowledge in area of practice, ethical standards and standards of practice, required.
Eligible for a driver’s license or currently holds a valid driver’s license in the state in which the program is located, required.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build successful relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrates outstanding conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrates time management and detail-oriented skills.
Demonstrates excellence in organization and attention to detail.
Demonstrates effective computer skills (e.g., software, analytical, report writing).
Demonstrates clinical competency and compliance with professional standards of practice.
Able to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
Able to develop a professional rapport with diverse stakeholders.
Able to develop and complete projects without continuous direct supervision.
Able to learn from students' participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual.
Able to perform responsibilities within legal and ethical boundaries.
Able to lift 20 pounds when performing job responsibilities.
Able to stand for extended periods of time (e.g., one hour or more) when teaching, facilitating labs or on fieldtrips.
Able to demonstrate techniques specific to the practice of occupational therapy.
Able to travel between the Tampa primary campus and the Orlando instructional site to fulfill instructional responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy with teaching experience or a Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE recognized institutional accrediting agency, preferred.
Experience with hybrid course instruction and delivery is preferred.
Membership in a professional association, preferably linked to area of instruction, preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs instructional duties as assigned and/or as outlined in the Academic Faculty job description and in accordance with the provisions of the Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.
Provides competency-based education which aligns with the South University model of curricula and supports hybrid delivery methods.
Designs and delivers class instruction that incorporates student learning outcomes and accreditation standards, creating activities that promote critical thinking across online and on-ground environments.
Promotes student success by demonstrating flexibility, passion for teaching, and effective facilitation of student engagement.
Evaluates student performance against course syllabi and rubrics; provides advising to students in the Pre-Professional and Professional Hybrid Curricula.
Maintains accurate records and reports, enforces policies, and contributes to campus and hybrid program culture through meetings, events, and committees.
Serves as the designated full-time faculty Hybrid Site Coordinator at the Orlando instructional site, as required by accreditation standards.
Ensures uniform implementation of the Hybrid OTA curriculum, policies, and procedures between the Tampa primary campus and Orlando instructional site.
Maintains ongoing communication with the Program Director regarding hybrid instructional quality, student outcomes, and resource needs at Orlando.
Provides faculty leadership, serving as the primary faculty contact at the Orlando site.
Collaborates with Tampa-based faculty and staff to ensure consistency in hybrid teaching, lab instruction, and student assessment.
Supports program assessment, accreditation activities, and data collection at the Orlando site.
Oversees a teaching/lab assistant, as appropriate to course(s), at the Orlando instructional location; orients assistants to roles, responsibilities, safety procedures, and course/lab concepts.
Maintains standards of the profession, including rules and regulations of licensing and certification.
Pursues professional development, scholarly activity, and service consistent with faculty expectations.