Jean A. McCaffery

Jean A. McCaffery is an Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator at Springfield College's School of Health Sciences. She holds a Doctor of Education (EdD) from the University of New England (2020), a Master of Science in Administrative Studies from Boston College (2004), and a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of New Hampshire (1987).

• Education:
• EdD, Educational Leadership, University of New England, 2020
• M.S., Administrative Studies, Boston College, 2004
• B.S., Occupational Therapy, University of New Hampshire, 1987

Her research focuses on inter-professional education, clinical readiness through experiential learning, competency assessment, and promoting diversity in occupational therapy. With over 30 years of clinical experience in neuro-rehabilitation and 10+ years in academia, she emphasizes professional identity development and inter-professional team leadership. McCaffery coordinates fieldwork education and advocates for accessible healthcare education.

Certifications include National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). She is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy (MAOT).