Instructor Pool - 2026/2027: Student Success

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); Hybride; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The College of Business at Oregon State University invites applications for fixed-term, non-tenure track Instructors to teach Student Success courses for the 2026-2027 academic year. Appointments are term-by-term and may be renewed at the Dean's discretion.

The instructor will contribute to curriculum development, classroom management, and Student Success initiatives within the program. The position requires a master's degree and a commitment to inclusive teaching, with responsibilities

Qualifications

• Master's degree required from an accredited university.
• Experience supporting students in higher education.
• Commitment to educational equity and diverse perspectives.
• Proven teaching experience at college level or higher.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; inclusive language.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• High computer proficiency; MS Office; OSU systems knowledge.
• Criminal history check may be required.

Responsabilités

• Teach Student Success courses using inclusive practices.
• Develop course materials, curriculum, assessments, and activities.
• Plan and implement student success initiatives and orientation.
• Provide mentoring and holistic support to students.
• Participate in service activities advancing DEI and student success.

Connaissances

Teaching

Student support

Diversity & inclusion

Communication skills

Teamwork

MS Office

OSU systems

Formation

Master's degree in Business, Education, College Student Services and Administration, or a closely related field

Outils

Outlook

Description du poste

Department:

College of Business

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications will be considered throughout the 2026-2027 Academic Year.

Required Documents:

1. A Curriculum Vitae; and
2. Cover Letter describing; your experience, qualifications and interests that have prepared you to teach at the university level in the listed discipline(s); including which discipline(s) you are qualified to teach and the course modalities you are prepared to teach (online, in-person, and/or both).

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information, please contact: Sandra Neubaum [e-mail] [phone]

Job Summary:

The College of Business invites applications for fixed-term, non-tenure track, full/part-time Instructors to teach 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 Dean .

This position is responsible for the instruction, curriculum development, classroom management, and overseeing academic projects as part of the Student Success curriculum.

This position will participate in strategic planning efforts that support the mission, vision, and goals for the College of Business as it pertains to the Student Success program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Student Success courses using inclusive, student-centered instructional practices that promote academic success and engagement.
• Develop course materials, curriculum, assessments, and classroom activities while supporting the delivery of Student Success programming.
• Plan and implement student success initiatives, including orientation, welcome week, and experiential learning opportunities that support student success.
• Provide individualized mentoring and holistic support to students while fostering an inclusive and welcoming learning environment.
• Participate in service activities that support the College, University, profession, and initiatives that advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Business, Education, College Student Services and Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited university.
• Experience with supporting students in their personal, professional and academic pursuits in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and a commitment to advancing the participation of diverse groups and supporting diverse perspectives.
• Demonstrated record of effective teaching at a high school level or accredited university.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, utilizing inclusive language and the ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy across diverse cultural boundaries.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• High computer proficiency; required qualifications include: strong MS office experience with Word, PowerPoint, Excel and working knowledge of Outlook and Windows/Mac.
• Ability to maintain professional decorum, as well as know or can demonstrate ability to learn and work within OSU system.
• This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in utilizing best practices in retaining first year students in a higher education setting.
• An ability and willingness to learn new programs and applications quickly.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and responsibilities, prioritize appropriately, pay careful attention to details, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with ambiguity.

Working Conditions/Schedule:

The incumbent is responsible for maintaining a flexible work schedule. Some evenings and weekend work is required.

Teaching assignments may include course delivery in any format - site-based in-person, asynchronous online, or hybrid combinations of online, site-based in-person, and/or remote instruction.

Salary Range:

Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-12-16

Anticipated End Date:

2027-06-15

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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 jo