Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Instructor
Location: Pima Medical Institute - El Paso Campus | On-Site
Position Type: Part-Time (15 Hours/Week)
Compensation: $31.00 – $38.75 per hour
Pima Medical Institute is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapy professional to join our El Paso campus faculty. In this role, you will share your knowledge and expertise in occupational therapy principles, therapeutic modalities, and compassionate care — preparing the next generation of entry-level Occupational Therapy Assistants for successful healthcare careers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans including scheduled activities and materials.
- Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student needs and established curriculum.
- Prepare lectures, labs, and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.
- Evaluate student performance regarding curriculum achievements and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs; evaluate students' clinical performance.
- Monitor student attendance and coordinate with the Associate Director when absences occur two days in a row; prepare weekly attendance reports.
- Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught; meet with students to encourage retention and reduce withdrawals.
- Maintain student grades per established policies; prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.
- Assist and advise students with OTA program curriculum; provide advisement and supervision when necessary.
- May assist with coordinating externships for OTA students and participate in recruitment and marketing activities for the program.
- Participate in projects, committee work, and program planning to support department goals as determined by the Program Director.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the USDE.
- Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or CHEA.
- Current OT or OTA license or credential as required by Texas state regulations.
- Minimum 3 years of occupational experience in occupational therapy or as an occupational therapy assistant.
- Documented expertise in teaching responsibility and knowledge of content delivery methods.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and other computer applications.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive Pay: $31.00 – $38.75 per hour.
- Approximately 15 hours per week.
- Texas Paid Sick Leave.
- Employee Discount Programs.
- Retirement: 401(k) with Employer Match.
- Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — you're not just an employee, you're an owner.
Pima Medical Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
