Posted August 14, 2026
SHP Adjunct Instructor - OTDP program
Lubbock, Texas, United States
Part Time
Reference: 45793BR
Position Description
The Adjunct Instructor in the Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program (OTDP) is responsible for providing high-quality instruction and contributing to the delivery of the entry-level occupational therapy curriculum. This position supports student learning through the development, organization, and delivery of course content across TTUHSC campuses using educational technologies and innovative teaching methods.
The Adjunct Instructor collaborates with OTDP program director to ensure effective course administration, student assessment, and achievement of program learning outcomes. Responsibilities may include teaching assigned courses, facilitating laboratory and experiential learning activities, mentoring students, evaluating student performance, and supporting accreditation and programmatic initiatives. The individual will uphold the School of Health Professions' commitment to academic excellence, professional development, and evidence-based practice.
The ideal candidate is an experienced occupational therapist and educator with a passion for teaching and mentoring future occupational therapy practitioners. This individual demonstrates strong clinical expertise, effective communication skills, and the ability to translate occupational therapy theory and practice into engaging, meaningful learning experiences. The successful candidate is committed to fostering student success, professional growth, and excellence in occupational therapy education.
Department
SHP Admin Lbk
Major/Essential Functions
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
The Adjunct Instructor in the Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program (OTDP) is responsible for providing high-quality instruction and contributing to the delivery of the entry-level occupational therapy curriculum. This position supports student learning through the development, organization, and delivery of course content across TTUHSC campuses using educational technologies and innovative teaching methods.
The Adjunct Instructor collaborates with OTDP program director to ensure effective course administration, student assessment, and achievement of program learning outcomes. Responsibilities may include teaching assigned courses, facilitating laboratory and experiential learning activities, mentoring students, evaluating student performance, and supporting accreditation and programmatic initiatives. The individual will uphold the School of Health Professions' commitment to academic excellence, professional development, and evidence-based practice.
The ideal candidate is an experienced occupational therapist and educator with a passion for teaching and mentoring future occupational therapy practitioners. This individual demonstrates strong clinical expertise, effective communication skills, and the ability to translate occupational therapy theory and practice into engaging, meaningful learning experiences. The successful candidate is committed to fostering student success, professional growth, and excellence in occupational therapy education.
Department
SHP Admin Lbk
Major/Essential Functions
- Teach courses within the online Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program as assigned by the program director.
- Facilitate meaningful discussions, promote critical thinking, and provide constructive feedback to students to foster their professional growth.
Required Qualifications
- Earned doctorate degree. Will consider those with a master's degree who are working toward a doctoral degree.
- 3 years' clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
- Current occupational therapy licensure.
- Demonstrated expertise and experience in areas relevant to advanced practice in occupational therapy as follows:
- Management and Leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5 years' experience in a clinical setting.
- Knowledge of the Rehabilitation Treatment Specification System (RTSS).
- Knowledge of the Subject-centered Integrative Learning Model in Occupational Therapy (SCIL-OT).
- Prior teaching experience at the graduate level, preferably in occupational therapy or related healthcare disciplines.
- Online teaching experience.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
