Adjunct Instructor, Occupational Therapy Program, Specialization in Early Intervention Concentration (SEIC)

The Specialization in Early Intervention Concentration (SEIC) instructor will be responsible for preparing a select cohort of competitive MS-OT students to excel as clinical specialists serving infants, toddlers, and families under the New York State Early Intervention Program (EIP) framework.

The instructor will deliver and evaluate student performance in the following course:

• OTMS-5107: Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention (2.0 Credits): Update and teach this elective seminar course, emphasizing the application of evidence-based occupational therapy interventions for infants and toddlers under three years of age and their families. Instruction will focus on embedded coaching models, family-centered practices, and intervention strategies within the New York State Early Intervention Program. Facilitate seminar discussions, online learning activities, and the application of concepts introduced in prerequisite courses. Guide students in analyzing common clinical challenges encountered when working with young children and families, while supporting their continued participation in the Family Partnership Experience.

Update and teach OTMS-5107 Occupational Therapy In Early Intervention course within the Specialization in Early Intervention Concentration.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy (MS-OT) or a Master’s Degree in a highly related early childhood clinical discipline from an accredited institution.
• New York State Occupational Therapist Licensure.
• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• 3+ years of direct clinical experience providing home or community-based early intervention services (birth to age two) within the New York State EIP structure.
• Proven ability to manage online learning management systems (e.g., Brightspace/Blackboard) for asynchronous discussion moderation and course delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD), Ph.D., or Ed.D. in a related clinical health or special education field.
• Prior teaching experience in an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy curriculum, specifically with hybrid or seminar-style models.
• Direct experience as an EI clinical supervisor, fieldwork coordinator, or field educator familiar with mentoring students during Level II Fieldwork affiliations.
• Deep practical familiarity with the New York State Department of Health (DOH) Early Intervention Competency Areas and explicit experience executing the Natural Environment Rating Scales (NERS).

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