Adjunct Professor – Nursing and Health Science, Master of Occupational Therapy

Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA

. Teach in the Master of Occupational Therapy program .

Posted 9/23/2026contractSan Diego • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $38 - $41 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pediatric and psychosocial occupational therapy practices, with a strong focus on curriculum development, student assessment, and mentorship. Holds a master's degree and is a licensed Occupational Therapist in California, with NBCOT certification and a commitment to maintaining program vitality.

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Licensed Occupational TherapistNBCOT CertificationPediatric Occupational Therapy PracticePsychosocial Occupational Therapy PracticeCurriculum Development

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Hard Skills

TeachingCourse PreparationClassroom FacilitationDistance LearningStudent AssessmentField Placement CoordinationCurriculum RevisionSyllabi PreparationStudent MentoringProgram Coordination

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationAdvisingResponsivenessAccessibility

Certifications & Qualifications

NBCOT CertificationOccupational Therapist License

Industry Keywords

Occupational TherapyClinical ExperienceAccrediting AgenciesRegulatory AgenciesHigher Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach in the Master of Occupational Therapy program
Facilitate classroom and distance/distributed learning
Prepare courses and syllabi
Coordinate and plan class curricula
Assess and evaluate learners
Mentor and advise students
Supervise and coordinate field placements
Maintain accessibility to students, colleagues, and the University community in person, by telephone, and/or virtually
Post teaching schedules, office hours, and appointment procedures
Attend and participate in program and department meetings
Respond promptly to student, colleague, and University communications
Participate in curriculum development, revision, and coordination
Maintain program vitality
Submit grades, attendance, syllabi, and textbook orders according to University procedures and deadlines
Interact with supervisors and colleagues across departments to support student success and Department goals
Provide advice and support to prospective students
Interact with accrediting and regulatory agencies as required
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a master’s degree awarded by an institution accredited by USDE
Doctoral degree or equivalent terminal degree preferred
Qualified candidates studying for a doctoral degree may be considered
Expertise in pediatric occupational therapy practice or psychosocial occupational therapy practice
Minimum 2 years clinical experience
Documented current expertise in assigned teaching areas
Adequate experience in assigned areas, with documented potential in facilitating learning, scholarship, and service as applicable
Currently licensed or otherwise regulated as an occupational therapist in the applicable state or jurisdiction
Licensed Occupational Therapist in California or eligible for licensure required; licensure must be obtained within 6 months of hire
NBCOT certification required
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Successful completion of a background check, including criminal, prior employment, and education verification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Temporary, non-benefits eligible role
Smoke- and tobacco-free environment