Instructor Pool - 2026/2027: Spanish

OSU Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Mental health support

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Tuition reduction

Work-life resources

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

OSU Oregon State University in Corvallis invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track Spanish Instructor positions for 2026-2027. Appointments may be full- or part-time and reviewed for renewal yearly at the Director's discretion.

The World Languages & Cultures Program offers in-person and online instruction across Spanish, French, and German, with a commitment to inclusive teaching and equity in learning opportunities for all students.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Spanish or related field; evident commitment to educational equity.
• Preferred PhD in Spanish or related field; ability to design, teach and assess inclusive courses benefiting all learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess courses with inclusive learning principles.
• Contribute to program goals and student success in language instruction.

Skills

Educational equity

Education

Master’s degree in Spanish or related field

PhD in Spanish or related field

Job description

Department: World Languages and Cultures Program

Job Summary:

The World Languages & Cultures Program invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track, full/part-time Spanish Instructor positions on a term-by-term basis for the 2026-2027 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 Director. The World Languages and Cultures program offers both in-person and online undergraduate majors and minors in Spanish, French, and German, as well as a dual degree in Global Studies, minors in Linguistics and Japanese, and additional language instruction in ASL, Chinese, Italian, and Korean. It is part of the School of Language, Culture, and Society, which also includes undergraduate and graduate programs in Anthropology & Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies; an undergraduate program and graduate minor in Ethnic Studies; minors in Indigenous Studies, Latinx Studies, Social Justice, Queer Studies; and a certificate in Food in Culture and Social Justice. Our School values interdisciplinary collaboration, community-centered research, and socially transformative learning.

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction

Qualifications:

• Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in Spanish or related field. Evident commitment to educational equity.
• Preferred Qualifications: PhD in Spanish or related field. 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:

• Salary Range: $48,000 - $51,000
• Anticipated Start Date: 2026-09-16
• Anticipated End Date: 2027-06-15

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.

Benefits & Perks:

• 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 care insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

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