Professional Development Educators Pool- and Fall Educational Practice & Research

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

Job Summary
The College of Education’s Professional Development for Educators program invites applications for part-time professional faculty positions for the Spring and Fall terms in the 2026 academic year. Qualified candidates will develop and deliver non-credit professional development courses and workshops for educators and other professionals. The role focuses on large‑group interaction, curriculum design, and facilitation via the Canvas LMS, and does not involve grading or advising.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate non‑credit courses for the Professional Development for Educators (PDE) unit.
• Participate in training and meetings to develop, maintain, and utilize technologies in OSU’s learning management system (Canvas).
• Use experience in teaching, training, or curriculum development to create engaging course content.
• Design courses that promote experiential learning and success for students of varied backgrounds.

Work Conditions / Work Schedule
Office space is available in Furman Hall at OSU’s Corvallis campus; most work can be performed remotely. Regular meetings are required in person or via video conferencing with the PDE manager.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching, training, or facilitating learning.

Preferred

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services.
• Retirement savings plan paid by the university.
• Generous paid leave package with holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for employees and qualifying dependents.
• Work‑life programs such as dual‑career assistance, flexible work arrangements, and employee assistance.
• Optional lifestyle benefits (pet, accident, critical illness insurance).

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.