The School of Language, Culture, and Society invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructor positions for the 2025/2026 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 Director.

Instructors may be needed to teach on-campus or Ecampus undergraduate courses in American Sign Language. These appointments are fixed-term, non-tenure track, with the possibility of renewal beyond the first year at the discretion of the Director.

The School of Language, Culture, and Society includes Anthropology; Ethnic Studies; World Languages and Cultures; and Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies Studies. The School has a central focus on global justice with emphases in social and environment justice, food insecurity, and Latino/a studies.

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Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• 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.
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100% Instruction:

This position will administer and teach undergraduate courses in American Sign Language. Hold regular office hours to assist students with coursework and answer questions regarding curriculum.

MA or MAT in the language specific to the course being taught, education, or a related field.

Evidence of teaching at the college and/or university level.

Native or near-native proficiency in English and the foreign language being taught.

Availability on short notice.

Evident commitment to educational equity.

Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.

Applications will be considered throughout the 2024-2025 Academic Year.

When applying, you will be required to electronically upload the following documents:

1) A Curriculum Vitae; and

2) Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position; and

3) Evidence of teaching excellence, such as student, peer or mentor evaluations (Upload as 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.

Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information, please contact:
Karen Mills
kmills@oregonstate.edu
(541) 737-3847

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

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