The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse
student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education,
commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare…
students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning
and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we
challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully
realize their highest academic, professional, and personal
potential.
Adjunct faculty members must be an initially credentialed OT or OTA
and are significant contributors to the quality of education that
Goodwin University delivers and the value of the educational
experience our students receive. An adjunct faculty member is hired
to teach 9 credits or less in a semester. Their employment is
contingent on the availability of assignments and the needs of the
university. They are employed from semester to semester with no
continuing employment rights and no benefits received from the
university. Their salary is based on education and number of
semesters of employment at the university. The OTA Program is
recruiting a pool of applicants for future openings. Applicants
will be matched best to their areas of expertise.
Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:
Adjunct faculty members are vital to Goodwin University’s
educational community. They are expected to follow all of the
essential functions of our instructors, which are to:
• In collaboration with the PD, coordinate, plan, organize, and
instruct courses in the day, evening, or on weekends as
assigned
• Ensure that each course contains essential curricular
components related to ACOTE standards of accreditation, which
includes appropriate content and pedagogy, and maintains currency
in the field
• Use the approved course syllabus format when creating/updating
course syllabi
• Teach all classes according to an approved course syllabus
• Ensure that assigned classes are held as scheduled and maintain
excellent attendance and punctuality
• Contact the department chair/program director immediately if an
absence is necessary in order to notify students and provide
instructional materials, protocols, and directions to ensure
consistent and sequential classroom instruction
• Post and maintain office hours for student consultations
• Keep students informed and updated concerning course content,
class requirements, and evaluation procedures
• Keep students informed about their progress through the prompt
grading of papers and other work
• Provide students with a mid-term report of their progress
• Convey university-related information to students in a timely
manner as requested by university officials
• Maintain accurate and complete scholastic records, including
attendance records for the first two weeks of each semester
• Conduct class evaluations and complete other university
evaluations in accordance with university policy
• Hold the final exam at the time scheduled on the university’s
Final Exam Schedule
• Submit grades, incompletes, one to one documentation, and
change of grade forms to the Registrar’s Office when
appropriate
• Submit required reports to the appropriate university
personnel
• Recommend textbooks and other instructional materials including
classroom and laboratory equipment to Program Directors and/or
Department Chairs
• Assess student academic achievement and demonstrate
modification of teaching techniques in accordance with assessment
feedback
• Make suggestions to the Program Director/Department Chair
concerning the improvement of the curriculum in keeping with the
objectives of the university
• Assist in the university’s library collection development by
working with the library director to select, evaluate, and weed
library resources in each appropriate discipline
• Make use of available university online resources (blackboard,
website, office hour posting, syllabi posting, grade book,
Instructional Policy Manual, etc.)
• Incorporate instructional technologies in instructional
delivery
• Study and utilize students’ learning styles in each class in
order to facilitate the best teaching and learning situations
• Identify and refer students who not meeting program
expectations to the PD and appropriate student resources
• Become thoroughly familiar with all university policies and
procedures and comply with all university policies and
procedures
• Support a multicultural environment and embrace the
University’s rich diversity
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times
• Demonstrate professional attitude, philosophy, compassion, and
commitment that promotes student growth and learning
• Promote and maintain a healthy and safe educational work
environment, free from harassment and discrimination
• Whenever possible, attend departmental meetings and participate
in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program goals
and curriculum review based on student learning outcomes
• Whenever possible, attend professional development activities
to remain informed of current trends and new approaches to
instruction
• Whenever possible, attend and participate in Community Day
events at the university
• Whenever possible, attend faculty meetings, university
assemblies, professional development, orientation, graduation,
alumni activities, admission events, and other meetings as called
by an administrator of the university
• Whenever possible, serve on university committees
Other Responsibilities:
Adjunct faculty are also required:
• To maintain licenses, certifications and other professional
credentials for the profession
• To develop and maintain productive relationships with the local
community and other relevant stakeholders
• Uphold current ethical standards in accordance with the
Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.
Knowledge Ability & Skill:
• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best
practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion,
and build an environment in which all members of the University
community are treated with respect and dignity.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in specific field of
study
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Dedication to excellence in teaching and committed to high
academic and professional standards
• Effective communication skills with a wide range of
stakeholders
• Ability to work collegially in a team environment
• Ability to exercise individual initiative, independent action,
and sound judgment
Qualifications
Education, Skills, and Experience Requirements:
Adjunct faculty must have:
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy or related field
preferred.
• Prior teaching experience at the university level
preferred
(This job description does not constitute an employment
agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a
guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the
University as the needs of the University and requirements of the
job change
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