Professional Development for Educators Pool- Spring and Fall 2026: Educational Practice & Research

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life insurance

Mental health support

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Tuition reduction

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oregon State University in Corvallis invites applications for part-time professional faculty positions to develop and deliver online professional development courses for educators.

These roles support the PDE unit, use Canvas/Catalog LMS, and involve peer-to-peer interactions with formative feedback for students in education-related disciplines.

The positions emphasize inclusive teaching, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to contribute to a broader teaching and research community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a closely related field.
• Experience developing and/or delivering online courses.
• One year of experience working as an educator.
• Advanced certifications related to online learning.
• Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess inclusive courses.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate non-credit courses for the PDE unit.
• Participate in training to develop and maintain OSU’s Canvas LMS.
• Experience teaching, training, or facilitating learning and curriculum development.
• Courses should promote experiential learning for diverse learners.

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Department College of Education (KED)

Position Title Specialist 2-Instructional

Job Title Professional Development for Educators Pool- Spring and Fall 2026: Educational Practice & Research

Appointment Type Professional Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration

Remote or Hybrid option? Yes

Job Summary

The College of Education’s Professional Development for Educators program invites applications for one or more part-time professional faculty positions for the Spring and Fall terms in the 2026 academic year.

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

These positions will develop and/or deliver professional development courses and workshops for the 2025/2026 academic year.

The purpose of this position is to develop and/or deliver online training programs for the College of Education’s Professional Development for Educators program. These are noncredit courses open to academic, corporate, teaching and training professionals. This position does not formally grade work or provide academic advising but will deliver and facilitate largely peer-to-peer interactions and provide formative feedback to students in various education related disciplines using Canvas/ Catalog LMS platforms.

The College of Education 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.

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.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well‑being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well‑being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

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Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

90% Instruction

• Develop and facilitate non-credit courses for the Professional Development for Educators ( PDE ) unit
• Participate in necessary training and meetings to develop, maintain, and teach appropriate technologies in OSU’s learning management system (Canvas).
• Experience teaching, training, or facilitating learning or developing curriculum in the course content area.
• Courses are expected to promote experiential learning and success of students from varied backgrounds.

10% Other Duties as Assigned

What You Will Need

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a closely related field.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Master’s degree in Education or a closely related field.
• Experience developing and/or delivering online courses.
• One year of experience working as an educator.
• Advanced certifications related to techniques and standards of online learning.
• 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. However, most work can be performed remotely. Regular meetings are required in person or via video conferencing with the manager of PDE .

Pay Method Hourly

Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $28.00 - $31.00

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/171400

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09380UF

Number of Vacancies Varies

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/01/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 08/22/2025

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date 09/30/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affiliationed ACT /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.

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

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