The College of Education invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, fixed-term Instructor: Special Education – Inclusive & Social Justice Practices position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head. We seek a colleague with expertise in at least one of each of the two following areas: 1. special education, high incidence disabilities, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and/or inclusive practices, and 2. multilingualism, equity, and/or social justice. The Instructor will hold an academic appointment of 90% teaching and 10% service in the Department of Educational Practice and Research (DEPR) in the College of Education. The Instructor engages in the professional community of K-12 education, delivers high quality courses, and supports development of courses that model the use of current research in K-12 education and the learning sciences, with particular attention to issues of equity, social justice, and inclusive teaching practices. OSU’s College of Education teacher education programs are designed to prepare excellent elementary, secondary, and special education teachers who are ready to meet the needs and build on the assets of linguistically and culturally diverse students. Within their home department of Educational Practice and Research, the incumbent will provide expertise in undergraduate and graduate teaching in special education. The Instructor is responsible for teaching, professional intellectual engagement, and service through developing curriculum and teaching courses and providing intellectual leadership in the Department of Educational Practice and Research in the College of Education. Education and Teaching programs are offered both in-person at the beautiful Corvallis campus as well as through our top 10 online platform, Ecampus. Instructional faculty are expected to teach both in-person and online courses, as well as both upper-division and lower-division courses. Additionally, the incumbent will collaborate with K-12 and university faculty in implementing a standards and outcome-based special education program. The Instructor is responsible for teaching, professional intellectual engagement, and service through developing curriculum and teaching courses and providing intellectual leadership in the Department of Educational Practice and Research in the College of Education. This position, along with all positions within the College of Education, is directly responsible for advancing and develop our inclusive community of scholars, educators, and change agents. We are deeply engaged with equity and anti-racism work in our research, teaching, and service. The College is fully committed to serving the needs of our Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in our communities. For more information about the College of Education, please visit The College of Education respects and celebrates the many life commitments of our employees. Learn more about OSU’s resources for work life, families, and partners at hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life. 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. 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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: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. - 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 .025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation! Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 90% Professional engagement, instruction, and curriculum development: Instructs courses in various delivery formats and classroom sizes for the department, including in-person, online, and hybrid Aligns pedagogy with principles and practices identified in the OSU Quality Teaching Framework and be evaluated in part based on the ability to accomplish equitable learning outcomes. Uses the learning management system to deliver content and assessment of learning Manages content, forums, and assignments Communicates with students about content programming Provides timely feedback on assignments Collects feedback from students on course format, facilitation, and content Participates in advising and mentoring students Collaborates with co-instructors as needed Provides course and program support for students as they complete state licensure requirements Collaborates with faculty and program leaders to regularly evaluate and update program curriculum. Course Development Develops and delivers curriculum that engages students in critical reflection on disabilities, ablism, accessible and inclusive educational practices, and growth-oriented mindsets to student learning Designs learning experiences that connect theoretical frameworks to real-world applications in areas of working with children, schools, and/or communities Develops curriculum for courses designed to engage and challenge students Modifies existing curriculum for course/program and develops new courses as needed Ensures learning management site and syllabus meet College of Education and university requirements Works in collaboration with other faculty members to ensure consistent course content and facilitation within the program Attends trainings and develops technological expertise as expected in courses delivered through OSU Stays current in field through professional development to ensure that courses reflect latest professional knowledge and approaches 10% Service: Participates on department, college, and university service committees Supports outreach and relationship building with schools, school districts and other education stakeholders to ensure curriculum and program expectations are aligned Provides intellectual leadership and curriculum guidance What You Will Need MA or MS degree in Education, Special Education, or closely-related field Teaching and/or scholarly background in Special Education and/or UDL/inclusive practices Evidence of effective and inclusive pedagogy in diverse classroom settings Demonstrated ability to teach diverse student populations, including first-generation college students, and foster inclusive and equitable learning environments Current or previous teaching license in special education and/or elementary or secondary education Three to five years’ teaching experience in special education at elementary or secondary levels in U.S. public schools Teaching and/or supervisory experience of teacher candidates within postsecondary education Teaching experience including both in-person and online teaching Evidence of successfully integrating social justice principles in teaching practices at the postsecondary level, including evidence of meeting needs of learners from underrepresented backgrounds Demonstrated experience applying technology to instruction Experience working independently, collaboratively, and coordinating team tasks Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. What We Would Like You to Have Teaching and/or scholarly background in one of the other areas in our department, such as OSU Core Education categories, Literacy/ Reading Intervention, ESOL, or Dual Language (Spanish/ English) Experience teaching both lower and upper division courses, including teacher-preparation-specific courses integrating equity and justice content Five or more years’ teaching experience in elementary or secondary grades in U.S. public schools Background in teaching in various modalities and with different course sizes ranging from small to large formats Demonstrated effectiveness in providing intellectual leadership in a teacher licensure program Demonstrated experience in supervising teacher candidates in field placements Demonstrated ongoing participation in professional development Online course design and development experience Working Conditions / Work Schedule Typical office and classroom environment. Local travel may be required if supervision of student teachers is part of workload. Regular attendance at faculty and College meetings is required. The College of Education respects and celebrates the many life commitments of our employees. Learn more about OSU’s resources for work life, families, and partners at hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life. Pay Method Salary 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 education, training, and experience. Link to Position Description Posting Detail Information Posting Number P 09862 UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 04/17/2026 Full Consideration Date 05/01/2026 Closing Date 05/15/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

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