Temporary Faculty Pool, Occupational Therapy

Job no : 546473

Work type : Instructional Faculty - Temporary / Lecturer

Location : Dominguez Hills

Categories : Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Health Professionals, Temporary, Time Varies, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Temporary Faculty Pool

Department of Occupational Therapy

College of Health, Human Services, and Nursing

Position Description

The Department of Occupational Therapy at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites highly qualified, motivated, and well-organized, applicants for a pool temporary of part-time teaching appointments.

At CSUDH, we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the University's Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

For more information : Mission, Vision, and Core Values

Department of Occupational Therapy

The mission of the CSUDH Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) Program and Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program is to prepare entry-level clinical practitioners with knowledge, skills, and understanding necessary to practice in traditional as well as emerging occupational therapy roles with an excellent foundation for later specialization and lifelong learning.

The MSOT and OTD Programs have been planned with enthusiasm to help prepare students for a professional career focused on helping people achieve skills and utilize resources to live independent and meaningful lives. The programs are structured toward producing client-centered therapists with enhanced critical thinking abilities. It aims to produce professionals, who can research, develop, implement, and evaluate procedures utilizing a high degree of independent judgment and to consult where appropriate with other members of the health care team.

For more information : https : / / www.csudh.edu / ot /

The Position

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled based on student enrollment and authorized funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends in mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available.

Responsibilities

• Promote the University’s mission, vision, and core values
• Adhere to CSUDH Policies and Procedures including all Guidelines stated on the University Faculty Handbook
• Develop course syllabus on assigned course / s and develop appropriate course evaluations and learning activities that meet course objectives, program learning outcomes, and accreditation requirements
• Provide up-to-date occupational therapy course content in line with current professional trends and practice demands
• Implement appropriate instructional methods and technology that enhance student learning outcomes
• Maintain office hours and be accessible to students, faculty, and staff
• Provide timely, appropriate, and constructive student feedback that elicit critical thinking, enhance clinical reasoning, and promote professional development
• Contribute to curriculum development and the department strategic plan goals
• Participate in faculty meetings as well as department and university events
• Participate in evaluation processes that determine instructional effectiveness
• Prepares and submits instructional records, reports, and grades according to university policy

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Employment Requirement

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and / or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.

Salary and Benefit Information

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are :

Lecturer A : $5,507 - $ 6,677

Lecturer B : $6,221 - $13,224

Lecturer C : $6,825 - $14,523

Lecturer D : $8,593 - $15,211

The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here .

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 , revised December 24, 2021, as a condition of employment.

How to Apply

A completed on-line application must be received to be considered. To apply, please visit CSUDH career-opportunities .

A complete application must include :

For international transcripts, a United States Equivalency certification will be required.

A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned / awarded / conferred foreign terminal degrees, which is from a foreign Academic Institution for foreign studies. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies from an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy).

The certification can be emailed to facultyaffairs@csudh.edu or mailed directly to the office of Faculty Affairs and Development, 1000 East Victoria Street, WH-368, Carson, CA 90747.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement .

Advertised : 11 Mar 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close : 27 Feb 2026 Pacific Standard Time

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