Core Faculty Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Weekend Program; MSOT-W

The School of Health Professions at Shenandoah University invites applications for a Core Faculty position in the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Weekend Program (MSOT‑W). This is a full‑time, career‑contract track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, based at the Health Professions Building in Winchester, Virginia.

The MSOT Weekend Program is a hybrid program designed for nontraditional students. Coursework is delivered through a combination of online instruction and structured on‑campus weekend sessions. The program emphasizes academic rigor, accessibility, and community‑building while maintaining full alignment with ACOTE standards.

• Hybrid Teaching Model
  • Teach in a hybrid weekend format with required on‑campus presence during scheduled face‑to‑face sessions (approximately 7 weekends each during fall and spring semesters and 4 weekends during the summer semester).
  • Participate in additional on‑campus activities as needed, including faculty meetings, program planning, service commitments, and university events.
  • When not required on campus, faculty may work remotely while supporting students, developing curriculum, engaging in scholarship, and fulfilling other academic responsibilities.
• Teaching and Curriculum Development
  • Teach and coordinate courses focused on pediatric occupational therapy practice and foundational OT concepts, with support of scholarly inquiry activities within the MSOT curriculum.
  • Participate in curriculum development and ongoing revision to ensure alignment with ACOTE standards, evidence‑based practice, and contemporary occupational therapy education.
• Student Advising and Mentorship
  • Provide academic advising and mentoring to students throughout the didactic and clinical phases of the MSOT program.
  • Support student professional development and success in a manner responsive to diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
• Scholarship
  • Engage in ongoing scholarly activity consistent with career‑contract faculty expectations.
  • Mentor and support student research and capstone projects.
  • Contribute to a culture of scholarship within the Division of Occupational Therapy and the School of Health Professions.
• Service
  • Participate in service activities at the program, school, university, and professional levels.
  • Engage in professional and community service that supports the mission and visibility of the occupational therapy program.
• Interprofessional Collaboration
  • Collaborate with faculty from other health profession programs to support interprofessional education and collaborative learning experiences.
• Recruitment and Retention
  • Participate in recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
  • Support program and university efforts related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEEIJ) within occupational therapy education.

• Required Qualifications
  • Educational Background:
    • Graduation from an accredited occupational therapy program is required. A doctoral degree (clinical or research‑focused) is preferred.
  • Scholarship:
    • Demonstrated engagement in scholarship appropriate for a teaching‑focused academic role, including clinically relevant scholarship, educational scholarship, or participation in research activities related to occupational therapy practice or education.
  • Certifications and Licensure:
    • Current NBCOT certification and eligibility for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia are required.
  • Professional Membership:
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    Active membership in the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is preferred.
• Communication and Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to foster inclusive learning environments, support diverse student needs, and collaborate effectively within academic and clinical communities.