Instructor Pool Spring and Fall 2026: Counselor Education

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track, part-time instructor positions in the College of Education to teach in the Counseling programs for Spring and Fall 2026. Positions may be reviewed for renewal or transition to instructional roles in subsequent years at the Dean's discretion.

Courses may be delivered in hybrid or online formats and taught across undergraduate or graduate levels, with duties including development and delivery of courses and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling or related field required.
• Experience teaching or developing curriculum for counseling courses.
• Ability to design inclusive, accessible courses for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or teach courses within Counseling programs.
• Participate in training and meetings to use OSU's learning management system (Canvas).
• Deliver courses that promote experiential learning and inclusivity.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Hybrid/online instruction

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling or closely related field

Doctorate degree in Counseling or closely related field for 600 level courses

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Department College of Education (KED)

Position Title Instructor

Job Title Instructor Pool Spring and Fall 2026: Counselor Education

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration

Remote or Hybrid option?

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 Spring and Fall terms of the 2026 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.

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available.

The purpose of this position is to develop and/or deliver courses for the College of Education’s Counseling programs. Courses may be hybrid or fully online in undergraduate or graduate programs.

This position is directly responsible to advance the missions of the College of Education in the Counseling Major.

The College strives to be an international leader in research and in the preparation of change agents in education and related fields. The vision of the college is to develop change agents in the form of researchers, scholars, learning leaders, teachers and counselors. Change agents make a difference by promoting innovation, social justice and lifelong learning. They prepare citizens who are socially empowered, reflective, innovative and caring members of our increasingly diverse communities and the world.

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
• 7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) 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:

• 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.

Key Responsibilities

100% Instruction:

• Develop and/or teach courses within the Counseling major 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.

What You Will Need

• Earned Master’s degree in Counseling, Counselor Education, or a closely related field for 400 to 500 level courses.
• Earned Doctorate degree in Counseling, Counselor Education, or a closely related field for 600 level courses.
• Documented experience teaching, training, or facilitating learning or developing curriculum in the course content area.
• Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Doctorate degree in Counseling, Counselor Education, or a closely related field for any course level.
• 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 / Work Schedule

Shared office space is provided in Furman Hall at OSU’s Corvallis campus. Local travel for class meetings is required. Classes meet online and/or in-person weekly in Wilsonville or Portland, Oregon. Attendance at quarterly faculty meetings may be required.

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 skills, education, and experience.

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 commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.