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Instructor (PAC) Pool - 2024/2025: Artistic Dance

Oregon State University

Corvallis (OR)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 37,000

Part time

19 days ago

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Job summary

An established institution seeks passionate instructors for the Artistic Dance program. This role offers the chance to inspire students through engaging dance courses, fostering a love for physical activity and artistic expression. Instructors will contribute to a vibrant educational environment, focusing on student growth and learning outcomes. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and promotes an inclusive atmosphere while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Corvallis. This position provides an opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' lives while being part of a community dedicated to excellence in education.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Free Mental Health Services
Retirement Savings
Paid Leave Package
Tuition Reduction Benefits

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in any field required; Dance or related field preferred.
  • 1 year of dance instruction experience in various styles.

Responsibilities

  • Teach courses in Artistic & Social Dance, maximizing student learning.
  • Plan and organize instruction effectively, adapting to diverse student needs.

Skills

Dance Instruction
CPR and AED Certification
First Aid Certification
Concussion Training
Commitment to Educational Equity

Education

Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Instructor (PAC) Pool - 2024/2025: Artistic Dance

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Position Details

Position Information

Department Physical ActivityCourses (HHS)

Position Title Instructor (PAC)

Job Title Instructor (PAC) Pool - 2024/2025: Artistic Dance

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Artistic & Social Dance in the Physical Activities Course ( PAC ) program, a part of the School of Exercise, Sports & Health Sciences, in the College of Health at Oregon State University invites applications for one or more fixed term, non-tenure track full/part-time Instructor ( PAC ) positions to teach courses on a term-by-term basis for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed for recruitment of primarily part-time instructors on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available throughout the academic year.

Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the program Director.

The primary mission of the PAC Program is to provide all Oregon State University students with the knowledge and experience to make sound decisions regarding present and future physically active lifestyles. The intent of the PAC Program is to provide quality instruction in safe, adequately equipped facilities and to create a positive, enjoyable learning environment.

The PAC Instructor position will serve as an integral member of the PAC program team, where each instructor plays a specific role to the larger organization. Recognizing individual interests and abilities, the program provides courses covering a wide variety of physical activities. We make an effort to address contemporary trends and student interests. Courses offered through the PAC Program may include but are not limited to classes in the areas of: aquatics, artistic & social dance, fitness development, martial arts, mind/body, outdoor recreation, resistance training, sports, and games.

For additional information about the PAC program, please visit https://health.oregonstate.edu/pac.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

  • Top 1.4% university in the world
  • More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
  • 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
  • 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
  • 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
  • 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
  • 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
  • 217k+ alumni worldwide
  • For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
  • Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
  • Retirement savings paid by the university.
  • A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
  • Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
  • Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
  • Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

96% Teaching: Teach courses in Artistic & Social Dance.

  • Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning. Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students. Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs. Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the internet, telecourses, interactive technology, when appropriate. Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives. Develop, update, and post course syllabi and grades in a timely manner. Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Establish meaningful student learning outcomes for courses/programs. Develop learning assessments that clearly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes. Maintain accurate records of student progress. Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.

2% Personal & Professional Growth

  • Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline. Connect their subject matter with related fields. Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, certifications or workshops. Learn and use appropriate technologies to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate.
  • Maintain familiarity with college and program goals, mission, and long range plans. Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and channels. Perform professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, missions, and plans of the college, division, and programs.

2% Support

  • Be accessible to colleagues and to students for advisement and consultation. Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies. Maintain confidentiality of student information. Substitute for other instructors within field or discipline in case of an absence.
  • Participate in meetings and events required by the program administrators. Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from college, division, and program administrators

What You Will Need

All candidates must meet the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in any field.
  • Current, valid Adult CPR and AED Essentials by the start of classes.
  • Current, valid First Aid certification by the start of classes.
  • Concussion training by the start of classes
  • Evident commitment to educational equity.

Additional qualifications for the specific disciplines are as follows:

  • 1 year of dance instruction/teaching experience in artistic dance style(s)s such as Ballet, Belly Dance, Folk, Hip Hop, Hula, Improv, Jazz, Line Dance, Modern, Tap, or a cultural dance style for a minimum of 2 1-hour classes per week (approximately 104 hours annually), or the equivalent amount of instruction experience.
  • Ability to physically perform and demonstrate skills within your dance style.
  • Extensive participation or involvement in artistic dance and/or professional certification when applicable.

Final candidates for this position must complete a sexual misconduct reference check, per University Policy 05-010. An offer of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory results from the sexual misconduct reference check.

What We Would Like You To Have

Preferred qualifications for all candidates:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Dance or closely related discipline OR Master’s degree in any field.
  • Dance teacher training and/or certificate
  • A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
  • 3 years of dance instruction/teaching experience
  • Previous successful teaching experience in a higher education setting.
  • Previous experience assessing student learning outcomes and curriculum development.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

In the performance of the duties of the position, incumbents will be required to lead physical activity courses and demonstrate activity-specific movements for a minimum duration of 50-110 minutes per scheduled class. Classes meet 1-3 times per week.

Pay Method Salary

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with education, training, and experience.

Link To Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/118415

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P07995UF

Number of Vacancies Varies

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2024

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 04/22/2024

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date 06/16/2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

  • A CV; and
  • A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
  • Licenses/Certificates: Please attach any licenses or certificates as required.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

Applications will be considered throughout the 2024/2025 academic year as opportunities become available.

For additional information please contact:

Katelyn Kirk

katelyn.kirk@oregonstate.edu

541-737-6811

OR

Lila Reid at

Lila.Reid@oregonstate.edu

541-737-3222.

  • Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with education, experience, and training/certification.
  • Starting salary range for the position of Instructor ( PAC ) is $30,000-$36,667.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Final candidates for this position must complete a sexual misconduct reference check, per University Policy 05-010. An offer of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory results from the sexual misconduct reference check.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Part-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Education and Training
  • Industries
    Higher Education

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