St. Bonaventure University

ST. BONAVENTURE FACULTY


Snyder, Molly M.

Snyder, Molly

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENT
Occupational Therapy
ACADEMIC SCHOOL
DePerro School of Health Professions

TITLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy
CONTACT
Office phone: (716) 375-4015
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OFFICE
Francis Hall 207
COURSES TAUGHT
  • OT 510. Foundations of Occupational Therapy Practice
  • OT 570. Occupational Technology
  • OT 580. Life Occupations: Mental Health
  • OT 620. Service Delivery: Adults
  • OT 650. Management and Entrepreneurship
  • OT 670. OT Process: Mental Health
ACADEMIC DEGREES
  • Master of Occupational Therapy, State University of New York at Buffalo, 2018
  • Bachelor of Occupational Science, State University of New York at Buffalo, 2018
  • Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, Erie Community College, 2009
OTHER EDUCATION
  • Enrolled in the Academic Education Special Interest Section (AESIS) New Educator Mentoring Program (NEMP).
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Molly has practiced as a clinical occupational therapist since 2018. Upon graduation, Molly specialized in assistive technology, servicing individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in vocational, school-based, higher education and other various settings.

In addition, Molly has clinical practice experience in outpatient, acute care, sub-acute rehab, group home and long-term care settings. She also has conducted sexuality training services for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

She has a special interest in the history and foundations of the occupational therapy profession, mental health treatment and creating community opportunities for underserved populations.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS
  • Linda Walters Award, University at Buffalo, 2018
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Creating a learning experience which exemplifies the unique and diverse student backgrounds should be the center of the teaching philosophy. This student-centered approach models the client-centered care provided in the profession of occupational therapy.

Learning is required to be dynamic, interactive and focused on active learning. Multi-modal learning techniques should be included which involve classroom learning, hand-on skills training, technology and real-life situational approaches. 
CURRENT RESEARCH INTERESTS/PROJECTS
  • Higher education research on teaching methods and classroom design
  • Mentorship within higher-education settings to build on established clinical skills to ultimately enhance student experience 
PERSONAL INTERESTS/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
  • Creating community-based programming for disadvantaged populations
  • Self-sustainable community gardens, well-being and enrichment opportunities
  • Entrepreneurship in meeting the needs of community through occupational adaption
  • Establishing mental health services in rural settings
 
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