Instructor Spring and Fall 2026: Adult & Higher Education

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Corvallis seeks part-time instructors for the Adult and Higher Education program. The role involves developing and delivering courses that may be hybrid or online. Applicants are required to have a Master's or Doctorate in the relevant field and teaching experience. Ability to use various teaching technologies and inclusivity in course design is essential. Applications are accepted for terms in 2026, with required documents including a cover letter and CV.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant field for teaching 500-level courses.
• Doctorate degree for teaching 600-level courses.
• Experience in developing curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach courses for the Adult and Higher Education programs.
• Participate in trainings to utilize OSU's learning management system.
• Promote success for students from varied backgrounds.

Skills

Teaching experience at the college or university level

Experience developing and/or teaching courses using blended technologies

Ability to design and assess inclusive learning courses

Education

Earned Master’s degree in Adult and Higher Education or related field

Earned Doctorate for 600-level courses

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

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 2026 academic year. These appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Dean.

Applicants will be considered 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 Adult and Higher Education program. Courses may be hybrid or fully online in undergraduate or graduate programs and graduate certificates.

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.

What You Will Need

• Earned Master’s degree in Adult and Higher Education or a closely related field for 500‑level courses.
• Earned Doctorate degree in Adult and Higher Education or a closely related field for 600‑level courses and 500‑level courses in the doctoral program.
• Documented experience teaching, training, or facilitating learning or developing curriculum in the course content area.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Professional experience specific to the course content area and/or completion of coursework in the 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 / Work Schedule

Office space is provided in Furman Hall at OSU’s Corvallis campus. 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.

Pay Method

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Special Instructions

Applications will be considered throughout the Spring and Fall terms in the 2026 academic year.

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

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching

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. Finalists will be required to provide proof of their degree at the time of offer.

Supplemental Questions

• * Can you travel to OSU’s Corvallis or Portland campus regularly for classes (time and location depend on the program)? (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching

Optional Documents

• Veterans only: Must provide proof of Veteran Status.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

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