Position Details Position Information Department College of Education (KED) Position Title Assistant Professor (Practice) Job Title Assistant Professor of Practice Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Yes Job Summary The College of Education invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 9-month, fixed-term, Assistant Professor of Practice position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate. The Assistant Professor of Practice in Literacy Education delivers and supports the development of courses in literacy with a focus on early literacy and multilingual populations, which model the use of current research in teacher education and the learning sciences, with particular attention to issues of equity, social justice, and inclusive teaching practices. They will also engage in the professional community of OSU teacher education programs. OSU’s College of Education teacher education programs are designed to prepare excellent elementary and secondary school teachers who are ready to meet the needs and build on the assets of linguistically and culturally diverse students. The Assistant Professor of Practice is responsible for teaching, professional intellectual engagement, and service through developing curriculum and teaching courses and providing intellectual leadership around early literacy education from a multilingual perspective in the Pre-Teaching, Education, and Teaching majors. Education and Teaching programs are offered both in-person at the beautiful Corvallis campus as well as through our top 10 online platform, Ecampus. Instruction will be delivered in a combination of in-person teaching on the Corvallis Campus and online course delivery. The position carries the expectation of engagement in applied research in literacy, applied linguistics, English for Speakers of Other Languages ( ESOL ), and/or Dual Language (DL) education that supports continued programmatic innovation and reform. However, the 10% budgeted time for scholarly work and research, it is not designed for a scholar who wishes to devote significant time to research and publishing and does not carry an expectation of robust publication or independent pursuit of extramural funding. This position, along with all positions within the College of Education, is directly responsible to advance and develop our inclusive community of scholars, educators, and change agents. We are deeply engaged with equity and antiracism 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 http://education.oregonstate.edu. 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. 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: Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) 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. 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 80% Professional Engagement, Instruction & Curriculum Development Professional Engagement, Teaching & Field based Supervision of Teacher Candidates + Instructs courses in various delivery formats and classroom sizes for the college, including in-person, online, and hybrid + Supervises teacher candidates in field placements in areas of expertise + 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. + Interacts with and supports cooperating teachers in the K12 schools who work with student teachers + Provides program support for students as they complete summative portfolios + Supports regular evaluation and updates of program curriculum along with other faculty Course Development + 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 + 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. Contribute to equity, inclusion, and diversity as part of educational delivery by recognizing and addressing different constituent/learner needs and interests. 10% Research/Scholarly Work + Engages in scholarly activities using equitable and inclusive practices that contribute to effective program delivery and updates, and applied research at local or regional levels (e.g., program innovation, professional case or policy reports, invited presentations, advising government agencies or professional groups) + Disseminates applied research at the local, regional, and/or national levels through professional conferences and other professional interactions, including on issues of equity/social justice + Builds on local or regional knowledge and partnerships to deepen understandings that support program goals + Engages collaboratively with other faculty in seeking extramural funding that support program goals, with thoughtful engagement with diverse perspectives on the research team 10% Service + Participates on college and/or university service committees + Participate in service activities that contribute to a welcoming and respectful workplace environment + 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 on elementary program instruction What You Will Need + Master’s degree in Education or closely-related field + Graduate coursework and professional experience in early literacy development and instruction + Graduate coursework and professional experience in ESOL /Dual Language Education and applied linguistics + Current or previous teaching license in elementary or secondary education + Three to five years’ teaching experience in elementary or secondary education in U.S. public schools + Teaching and/or supervisory experience of teacher candidates within postsecondary education + 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 + Ability to produce practice-oriented scholarship as demonstrated through publications and/or presentations 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 + Doctorate in Education or a closely related field + Five or more years’ teaching experience in elementary grades in U.S. public schools + Reading/literacy licensure or endorsement + Recent graduate work or professional experience in early literacy development and instruction + ESOL and/or dual language licensure or endorsement + 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 $65,000 - $75,000 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/164317 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08852UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 02/13/2025 Full Consideration Date 03/07/2025 Closing Date 03/30/2025 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by March 7, 2025.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants. When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A Curriculum Vitae 2) A Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. 3) Statement of Research 4) 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. For additional information please contact: Sara Schley sara.schley@oregonstate.edu OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/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. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Supplemental Questions Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/164760 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/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.