Job Description
Posting Summary
Working Title
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program Faculty/Academic Fieldwork Coordinator
Role Title
9-month Teaching Faculty
Role Code
01013-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
VCCS 9-Month Faculty Salaray Ranges
Position Number
286F0278
Agency
Virginia Western Community College
Agency/Division
Virginia Western Community College (Div)
Work Location
Roanoke (City) - 770
Hiring Range
$70,541 - $122,936
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Varies based on academic schedule.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board.
Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses.
Virginia Western Community College is accepting applications for a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Faculty to serve as the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator/Core Faculty member for the developing Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. The OTA Program is entering the final stages of development as it prepares for initial accreditation. Responsibilities during this phase will include finalizing curriculum and course development, expanding and securing fieldwork partnerships, supporting accreditation documentation and compliance activities, and collaborating closely with the program director throughout the candidacy and accreditation process, including preparation for accreditation review and site visit. Upon program implementation and receipt of the necessary approvals, the duties of this position will be two-fold, coordinating the clinical/academic fieldwork portion of the program didactic instruction for OTA courses.
The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator is responsible for coordinating academic fieldwork. Responsibilities will include planning, coordinating, facilitating, administering, and monitoring the fieldwork components of the academic program. The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator will serve as a liaison between the occupational therapy assistant program and the fieldwork education site as part of his/her responsibilities. The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, in cooperation with other academic faculty, establishes fieldwork education site and facility standards, selects and evaluates fieldwork education sites, maintains fieldwork accreditation standards, and facilitates ongoing development of and communication with fieldwork education sites and fieldwork faculty. The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator is responsible for developing fieldwork course objectives, course materials, and educational experiences that facilitate optimal learning for students. They must maintain accurate documentation of student performance, collaboration with fieldwork settings and supervisors, and/or other information required for fieldwork experiences. Course coordinator, teaching, and academic advising responsibilities as required. The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator will also mentor and advise students during their fieldwork experience.
This position also requires regular didactic responsibilities within the program instructing in both a lecture and laboratory format. Responsibilities in this role include but not limited to: facilitating student learning, student advising, service to Virginia Western Community College, professional development, adherence to accreditation expectations and standards, and display of exceptional interpersonal skills and professional behavior.
This is a 9-month teaching faculty position with pay and benefits spread across 12 months with an expectation to start in Fall 2026 (August). This position will have expected summer teaching and clinical coordination duties. It is anticipated that summer hours will be part-time and will vary each year.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant or deemed equivalent program.
- Earned a minimum of a baccalaureate degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency or its equivalent.
- Nationally certified and licensed OT or OTA or eligible for licensure in the state of Virginia.
- Minimum of 2 years documented experience in the field of occupational therapy which must include clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist or as an occupational therapy assistant, professional experience as a fieldwork educator or documented training in the roles and responsibilities of a fieldwork educator
- Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills.
- Current knowledge and skill in the use of information and computer technology (e.g., word processing, e-mail, database) or proven ability to learn these skills.
- Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to establish, maintain, and foster effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Able to work with students with special needs based on the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA).
- Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal and practice issues affecting clinical education, students, and the profession of occupational therapy assistants.
- Able to meet the faculty requirements as stated in the Accreditation Standards for an Associate-Degree-Level Educational Program for the Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Able to initiate, administer, assess, and document fieldwork education programs.
- Able to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
- Able to travel, as needed.
- Able to maintain presence on campus as needed
Additional Considerations
- Prior teaching experience in an occupational therapy assistant/occupational therapy academic program or equivalent coursework.
- Earned master’s degree or enrolled in or desire to pursue graduate studies.
- Member of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Knowledge of education, management, and adult learning theories and principles.
- Active in fieldwork practice, especially as applicable to fieldwork education.
- Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels.
- Documented expertise in area(s) of teaching responsibility and knowledge of the content delivery methods including web-supported classes
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Limited travel. State vehicles may be available for business travel.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FAC_1997P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
06/29/2026
Job Close Date
07/31/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
https://www.virginiawestern.edu
Contact Name
Lindsey Weston
Email
hrapps@virginiawestern.edu
Phone Number
540-857-7305
Special Instructions to Applicants
Only online applications will be accepted. Submission of on-line application must also include a resume, cover letter, and transcripts. Unofficial transcripts may be provided as part of the application process. However, official transcripts are required of the selected candidate. The application will not be accepted without this required documentation.
Applicants who have degrees earned from educational institutions located outside of the United States are required to have their transcripts evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service prior to applying for faculty positions. If the transcripts are in a foreign language, applicants also need to have their transcripts translated prior to applying for job opportunities at Virginia Western. Applicants who have foreign transcripts may submit a copy of their transcript attached to the original transcript evaluation. Applicants are responsible for the costs associated with translation/evaluation services.
Materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person in lieu of the on-line application will not be considered. All documents must be received by 11:59 pm ( EST) on the closing date. For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit: https://jobs.vccs.edu/
Questions about the on-line application process call 540-857-7282 or 540-857-7283.
Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY “711” or 1-800-828-1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes. Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity.
Additional Information
A drug test and additional healthcare checks are required of selected applicants.
Requirements of our clinical partners are considered an essential function of this position and the selected applicant must comply with clinical partner expectations.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/97622
