Instructor Pool -2026/2027: Adult & Higher Education

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 15,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University invites applications for fixed-term, non-tenure-track part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term-to-term basis for the 2026-2027 academic year. OSU emphasizes cutting-edge education, social justice, and lifelong learning as we prepare future teachers, counselors, and higher education professionals in Corvallis.

Successful applicants will develop and teach courses in the Adult and Higher Education programs, participate in training for Canvas-based teaching, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Adult and Higher Education or a closely related field.
• Documented experience teaching, training, or facilitating learning or developing curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or teach courses within the Adult and Higher Education major and graduate certificate programs.
• Participate in training and meetings to develop, maintain, and teach with technologies in Canvas.
• Courses promote experimental learning and inclusivity for students from varied backgrounds.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Online/blended teaching

Inclusive teaching

Education

Master's degree in Adult and Higher Education

Doctorate in Adult and Higher Education (preferred)

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Department: College of Education

For additional information please contact:
Kirsten Hextrum
[e-mail]

Job Summary

The College of Education invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term-to-term basis for the 2026-2027 academic year. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal at the discretion of the Dean. For over a century, Oregon State University has been a leader in the field of education. From our cutting-edge research to our commitments to social justice and lifelong learning, we prepare and empower the next generation of change-makers as teachers, counselors, higher education leaders, and scholars.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and/or teach courses within the Adult and Higher Education major and graduate certificate programs.
• Participate in necessary training and meetings to develop, maintain, and teach with appropriate technologies in OSU's learning management system (Canvas).
• Courses are expected to promote experimental learning and success of students from varied backgrounds.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Earned Master's degree in Adult and Higher Education or a closely related field
• Documented experience teaching, training, or facilitating learning or developing curriculum

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate degree in Adult and Higher Education or a closely related field
• Professional experience specific to the course content area and/or completion of coursework in course content area.
• Experience developing and/or teaching courses using blended technologies and formats (e.g. hybrid, online).
• Teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices to the benefit of all learners.

Working Conditions / Schedule

• Shared Desk space is provided in Furman Hall at OSU's Corvallis campus if requested.
• Local travel for the doctoral program is required.
• Doctoral classes meet in-person twice per term at the OSU Portland Center in Portland, Oregon.
• Attendance at quarterly faculty meetings is optional.
• Meetings with supervisors required.

Salary Range

Salary commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Anticipated Start Date

2026-10-02

Anticipated End Date

2027-06-15

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.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.

If this position has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre- employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre- employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at [e-mail].