Shenandoah University’s Department of Occupational Therapy is
accepting applications for a Visiting Faculty Role in the OTD
Program. This is a full-time benefited position located at our
Health Professions Building in Winchester, Virginia.
Position Responsibilities
As a full-time Visiting Faculty Member, you will play a vital role
in shaping the next generation of occupational therapy leaders.
This is a hybrid faculty position with regular on-campus
responsibilities. Faculty are expected to be present for Tuesday
classes and laboratories, as well as for faculty meetings,
experiential learning activities, service responsibilities, student
events, and other program needs that may occur on non-class
days.
The Visiting Faculty Member will contribute to the didactic and
practical preparation of doctoral-level occupational therapy
students, ensuring all instructional delivery aligns seamlessly
with ACOTE standards. Key ways you will make an impact:
- Innovative Hybrid Instruction: Teach and
coordinate assigned OTD courses, seamlessly blending asynchronous
online modules with highly engaging, hands-on laboratory sessions
on campus on Tuesdays.
Student Mentorship & Advising:
Advise and mentor a diverse cohort of doctoral students, guiding
their academic progression, professional development, and
integration of program values, while mentoring capstones or
scholarly work aligned with your unique expertise.
Collaborative Interprofessional
Engagement: Foster a culture of belonging and actively
participate in exciting interprofessional education (IPE)
initiatives alongside other health professions programs across the
University.
Active Community Participation: Contribute
to the growth of our program by participating in faculty meetings,
admissions, student events, and service initiatives that occur
across the workweek.
Curriculum Excellence: Deliver and refine course content
and assessments that align with assigned ACOTE standards, program
learning outcomes, and current evidence-based clinical
practices.
Accountable Practice: Uphold continuous program
excellence by maintaining accurate student records and
participating in programmatic assessment activities.
Shenandoah University, located in
Winchester, Virginia, is a
private university founded in
1875. Committed to academic
excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration,
and student-centered learning, the
university offers more than 200
programs across six schools. The
School of Health Professions
prepares graduates for ethical,
collaborative, and evidence-based
practice across health
disciplines.
The Entry-Level Doctorate in
Occupational Therapy (OTD) program
at Shenandoah University is a
premier hybrid-learning model designed
for the modern student. The
program was recently granted a
7-year accreditation term from
the Accreditation Council for
Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
(granted December 2022), a
testament to our structural
integrity and faculty dedication.
Our unique model integrates
online coursework with regular
in-person, hands-on learning sessions
held weekly on our Winchester
campus.
Required Skills
Required Qualifications:
- Education: An earned doctoral degree (e.g., OTD, PhD,
EdD) awarded by an institution accredited by a USDE-recognized
institutional accrediting agency
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical practice
experience as an occupational therapist
- Credentialing: Current National Board for Certification
in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification and eligibility
for/possession of an active occupational therapy license in the
Commonwealth of Virginia
- Core Competencies: Evidence of effective communication,
collaboration, professional responsibility, and commitment to
student learning
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior teaching experience at the post-baccalaureate level,
particularly within a hybrid or online educational framework
- Documented expertise in one or more of the following areas:
pediatrics, neurological rehabilitation, or mental health
- Active membership in the American Occupational Therapy
Association (AOTA)
How to Apply:
The Complete application submissions will include a letter of
intent, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three
professional references. The review of applications will begin
immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is
selected.
**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required, and a
satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of
hire.
**Authorized to work in the United States is a pre-condition of
employment. At this time, Shenandoah University is not in a
position to sponsor international visas.
Shenandoah University values individuals and communities'
unique and diverse perspectives locally and globally. It seeks to
foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where
individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy,
sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin,
age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s
status, or on any other basis protected under applicable
law.
Salary Range
$82,000.00 - $90,000.00
Salary Type
Not Applicable
