Instructor Pool - Spanish

Position: Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Spanish

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applications will be considered throughout the  Academic Year.

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

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

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.

For additional information please contact:
David Engel
David.

Engel

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.

Position Information

Department:
Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)

Position Title:

Instructor (Spanish) – 2025/2026 Faculty Pool

Appointment Type:
Academic Faculty

Job Location:

Bend, Oregon

Job Summary:

The Liberal Studies Program at OSU‑Cascades invites applications for one or more fixed‑term, non‑tenure‑track full/part‑time Instructor positions to teach on a term‑by‑term basis for the 2025‑2026 academic year. Some appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to a permanent instructional position at the discretion of the Dean of Academic Affairs. The primary mission is to provide undergraduate level education in Spanish, fostering critical thinking and advanced content knowledge.

Anticipated start dates are September 16, 2025, December 16, 2025 or March 16, 2026.

Why OSU‑Cascades?

Founded in 2001, OSU‑Cascades brings higher education to Central Oregon while leveraging the excellence of a land‑grant and research university. The campus is located near downtown Bend and surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, offering small classes, experiential learning and a collaborative community. It serves a diverse student body, provides strong research opportunities, and is committed to sustainability and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

95%:
Teaching:

Administer and teach course(s) term‑by‑term in Spanish.

Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.

5%:
Advising and mentoring students:

Advise students, be available for regular office hours, complete record‑keeping and minor administrative tasks, including assignment of grades.

What You Will Need

Master’s degree in Spanish.

What We Would Like You to Have

• PhD or terminal degree in one of the fields listed above (or a closely related field).
• Independent 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.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Work schedule may vary depending on student needs and engagement in campus and/or program activities.

Pay Method

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be considered throughout the  Academic Year.

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

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

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.

For additional information please contact:
David Engel
David.

Engel

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.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• VETERANS ONLY:
  Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation – information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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