Instructor - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Department:

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Salary/Hourly

$49,116.00 Annual

Union/Position Status:

FFECC Teaching FT

Posting Closing Date:

December 9, 2026

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the evening before the posting closing date.

Please note that the posting will close at midnight (12:00 AM) on the posting closing date.
 

JOB DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS TO BEING A FULL-TIME FACULTY MEMBER HERE AT SUNY ERIE:

 

HEALTH CARE PLANS – Health insurance coverage available for physician services, dental, prescription, hospital care; plus wellness incentive program and health reimbursement card

 

RETIREMENT PLANS – New York State retirement, plus options to participate in tax shelter annuities, deferred compensation, voluntary retirement savings

 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR PRE-TAX ACCOUNTS – Flexible spending accounts, adoption services, dependent care, and individual premium reimbursement accounts

 

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – SUNY Erie tuition waivers and SUNY B140 tuition reimbursement

 

SALARY INCREMENT & RANK ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES – Advance towards tenure and rank increases according to current contract

 

AMPLE TIME OFF – Summers off, winter and spring breaks, holidays, personal and sick time, bereavement leave

 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – Regular internal professional development events and offerings, funding available for conferences and travel, participation in seminar offerings, business and industry visits, utilize campus library resources, tasks forces, committees, communities of practice

 

WORKPLACE WELLNESS – Access to campus gym facilities, employee wellness events, enjoy campus library resources, cancer screening time off, onsite vaccination clinics

 

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANT PROGRAM (EAP) - Confidential and voluntary assistance to employees and their family members (financial concerns, legal issues, alcohol or drug problems, marital problems, emotional worries, child-care problems, etc.)

 

INTRINSIC VALUE – Be a part of an innovative and vibrant faculty and staff community—and make a difference in the lives of our students!

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

Faculty teach department courses and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College.  Faculty report to the Department Chair within the Academic Unit.  Faculty are responsible for preparing lessons and student activities.  Faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit data to the department and/or the College.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject;
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s);
• Prepares course syllabi which motivate and engage students;
• Aligns learning activities with Departmental course outcomes;
• Evaluates student’s performance based on course learning outcomes;
• Assists students as faculty advisor and holds office hours;
• Provides tutorial help to students;
• Serves on departmental, unit, and college committees;
• Provides as appropriate learning environment for students;
• Respond to students and provide students with assistance and guidance;
• Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment;
• Adheres to all College policies and follow the process as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct;
• Fulfills all duties as required in the FFECC Collective Bargaining Agreement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of academic discipline; ability to implement a variety of teaching strategies; use of instructional technology where appropriate; experience with computerized student record management; ability to develop educational programs; ability to teach effectively at the college level; initiative and resourcefulness; industrious and dependability; ability to work in a team and collaborative environment; effective communication skills; experience teaching a diverse student body; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from a regionally accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor’s degree and a current license as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant. Master’s degree preferred.

Please attach unofficial transcripts with your application.  Official transcripts will be required for successful candidates within 30 days of hire.

Contact Human Resources at (716) 851-1840 with any questions.

Our mission to offer quality education includes exposing our students to a diverse range of cultures, experiences and expertise.  At SUNY Erie Community College, we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

SUNY Erie Community College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or in the administration of any of its policies and programs on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristics protected by law.  This applies to all students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors).  Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting the office listed below.  Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.

The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies:

Civil Rights Compliance Officer

Legal Affairs Office

North Campus

6205 Main Street

Williamsville, NY 14221

legalaffairs@ecc.edu

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, please contact:

New York Office

United States Department of Education

Office for Civil Rights, 32 Old Slip 26th Floor,  

New York, N.Y., 10005-25010;

Tel (646) 428-3800; Email: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov.