Teaching Specialist - Continuous Recruitment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional materials including syllabus, course objectives, course materials and educational experiences in teaching ; 3 credit course.
• Assist in the delivery of online, in-class or both formats within a model of hybrid teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff support services to manage an online course component. Collaborate effectively with faculty, students, and others within the University, Academic Health Center, Center for Allied Health Programs, and community

Required Qualifications:

• Originally credentialed as an Occupational Therapist or equivalent
• Proficient in Microsoft word and web-based communication systems.
• Eligible for Minnesota state license to practice occupational therapy if applicable

Desired Qualifications:

• Completed master's degree.
• History of teaching others (within higher education preferred).
• Experience using online learning platforms

The Program in Occupational Therapy's mission is to enhance the health and quality of life of the people of Minnesota, the nation, and the world through engagement in meaningful occupation. Consistent with the mission of the University of Minnesota, the Program in Occupational Therapy fosters engaged professional and inter-professional discovery, learning, and public service to advance knowledge and to inspire the next generation of leaders in practice, education, and research.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents there.

This position is continuous.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR)

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR) offers distinctive health sciences education to prepare students for a broad spectrum of current and emerging careers, ranging from patient care to pure and applied research. Serving more than 750 students in the heart of downtown Rochester, UMR is "recoding the DNA of learning" through individualized experience, personal growth, community engagement, and an integrated health sciences curriculum for tomorrow's health professionals.