Adjunct, Occupational Therapist Assistant

Adjunct, Occupational Therapist Assistant Salary $30.52 Hourly

Location: Various SLCC locations, UT

Job Type: Adjunct Contract

Job Number: 202500292

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Health Professions

Opening Date: 03/09/2026

Closing Date: 3/31/2027 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA Exempt

Description Benefits Questions

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.

Job Summary The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) programs at SLCC offer introductory courses into the fields of Occupational and Physical therapy. We are looking for a faculty to teach these intro courses. Classes may be taught in person, online, or though Concurrent Enrollment off site at partnering High Schools. This is a pooled position. The department reviews applications as positions become available. The position is paid at $1,056 per instructional unit. Please attach resume or curriculum vitae, copy of transcripts, or other documents for consideration.

1. In accordance with SLCC policy, adjunct positions are offered on a semester-by-semester basis with no guarantee of continued employment.
2. Official transcripts are required for those who are offered employment within in 30 days of hire.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Effectively prepare and teach Occupational Therapy Assistant classes as stipulated in the course syllabi. Maintains accurate and complete student attendance records, grades, and other classroom documentation as applicable. Grades must be maintained on the College's learning management system. Demonstrate a depth of knowledge and understanding in the field of occupational therapy. Participates in trainings and other responsibilities as assigned and approved. Responds to department and college communication within two business days. Accept other duties as assigned. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College. Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities. All Faculty will maintain an on-site campus presence to encourage in-person relationships and create engaging, meaningful, and impactful learning experiences unless approved for on-line only courses. You are employed as an Adjunct Faculty member/ Instructor on a contract-to-contract basis, with no future expectation or obligation for employment. Your employment may be terminated At Will at any time. You are required to maintain professional boundaries with all SLCC students.

Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications

a. Associates degree b. Currently licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapist in the state of Utah c. Nationally certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapist

a. Bachelor's degree or higher b. Evidence of formal teaching experience c. Evidence of a variety of clinical experiences

SLCC Information Salt Lake Community College is Utah's largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah's fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students' lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment. Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options. This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check. More information about Salt Lake Community College benefits: https://i.slcc.edu/culture/benefits/index.aspx Find our Total Compensation Estimator here: https://i.slcc.edu/culture/hr/calc.aspx

Application Questions 01 Do you have at least an Associates Degree? Yes No

02 Are you currently licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapist in the state of Utah? Yes No

03 Are you nationally certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapist? Yes No

Required Question Employer Salt Lake Community College (UT) Address 4600 South Redwood Road Salt Lake City, Utah, 84123