Q: What are the required qualifications for this Academic Associate position?

Candidates must be currently certified through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) , hold a Master’s degree in therapeutic recreation or related field by appointment, have 5 years of experience in therapeutic recreation with professional leadership and instruction, and demonstrate commitment to inclusion per ASU’s Charter. See academic CV tips . Official transcripts required prior to employment.

Q: What does the role involve in Therapeutic Recreation teaching?

Assist SCRD faculty with in-person or online courses . Duties include grading , preparing materials, teaching lessons, tutoring, office hours, moderating discussions, and student support. Up to 1-2 courses per semester, not exceeding 0.40 FTE . Explore faculty jobs for similar roles.

Q: How and when to apply for this ASU pool position?

Submit via Interfolio : 2-page statement (interest, fit, teaching philosophy), CV/résumé with certification/contact info, 3 references (1 supervisor). Initial deadline May 30, 2025 ; rolling review until June 30, 2026. Check application best practices .

Q: Is this full-time with benefits at ASU Downtown Phoenix?

No, part-time, fixed-term appointments, renewable per semester, not eligible for benefits, sabbatical, or tenure . Cannot hold multiple non-benefits positions at ASU. Salary based on workload. View higher ed employment .

Q: What desired qualifications enhance candidacy?

Interprofessional collaboration , multi-sector leadership, prior higher education teaching , Canvas LMS experience , excellent communication, expertise in Inclusive Community Development, Adapted Sport, Community Health, Assessment, or Program Planning. Learn more via lecturer career advice .

Question 1

What are the required qualifications for this Academic Associate position?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must be currently certified through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC), hold a Master’s degree in therapeutic recreation or related field by appointment, have 5 years of experience in therapeutic recreation with professional leadership and instruction, and demonstrate commitment to inclusion per ASU’s Charter. See academic CV tips. Official transcripts required prior to employment.

Question 2

What does the role involve in Therapeutic Recreation teaching?

Accepted Answer

Assist SCRD faculty with in-person or online courses. Duties include grading, preparing materials, teaching lessons, tutoring, office hours, moderating discussions, and student support. Up to 1-2 courses per semester, not exceeding 0.40 FTE. Explore faculty jobs for similar roles.

Question 3

How and when to apply for this ASU pool position?

Accepted Answer

Submit via Interfolio: 2-page statement (interest, fit, teaching philosophy), CV/résumé with certification/contact info, 3 references (1 supervisor). Initial deadline May 30, 2025; rolling review until June 30, 2026. Check application best practices.

Question 4

Is this full-time with benefits at ASU Downtown Phoenix?

Accepted Answer

No, part-time, fixed-term appointments, renewable per semester, not eligible for benefits, sabbatical, or tenure. Cannot hold multiple non-benefits positions at ASU. Salary based on workload. View higher ed employment.

Question 5

What desired qualifications enhance candidacy?

Accepted Answer

Interprofessional collaboration, multi-sector leadership, prior higher education teaching, Canvas LMS experience, excellent communication, expertise in Inclusive Community Development, Adapted Sport, Community Health, Assessment, or Program Planning. Learn more via lecturer career advice.

Arizona State University

1151 S Forest Ave, Tempe, AZ, USA

"SCRD Academic Associate Pool Therapeutic Recreation AY25-26"

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