What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor position at Oregon State University?
The Department of Agricultural Education and Agricultural Sciences invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Instructor position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Director.
This Instructor is responsible for teaching undergraduate advising and teaching of undergraduate agricultural sciences and leadership courses as part of the joint College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS), Agricultural Education and Agricultural Sciences Department (AgEd/AgSci), and OSU Agriculture and Natural Resource Program (EOANRP) at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) in La Grande, OR. Promotion for this position will be within the Agricultural Education and Agricultural Sciences Department.
This Instructor is responsible for teaching undergraduate advising and teaching of undergraduate agricultural sciences and leadership courses as part of the joint College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS), Agricultural Education and Agricultural Sciences Department (AgEd/AgSci), and OSU Agriculture and Natural Resource Program (EOANRP) at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) in La Grande, OR. Promotion for this position will be within the Agricultural Education and Agricultural Sciences Department.
This position is housed and supervised by the Eastern Oregon Agriculture and Natural Resource Program in La Grande, OR.
The OSU Agriculture & Natural Resource Program at EOU is a cooperative partnership between Oregon State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Eastern Oregon University. The OSU Ag & NR Program was developed to help serve the needs of the communities and entities of eastern Oregon and the Intermountain West. EOU has approximately 4,000 students. La Grande has a population of about 12,500 and is located about 260 miles east of Portland, OR, and 170 miles northwest of Boise, ID, the closest cities.
Oregon State University’s commitment to student success includes hiring, retaining, and developing diverse faculty to mentor and educate our undergraduate and graduate students from entry through graduation. The incumbent must be aware of, sensitive to, and demonstrate the ability to work well with diverse students and with a diverse workforce.
OSU’s Strategic Plan articulates the strategies we believe critical to advancing and equalizing student success. College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. Positions with primary responsibility for extension and outreach are likewise committed to learner success through programming appropriate for a diverse audience.
Summary of Benefits: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee
Summary of Benefits: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee
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60% Teaching/Course Development
Develop and teach 4 to 6 courses per year, some will be on an annual rotation. Courses may be delivered in-person, online, or hybrid/remote campuses.
Conduct and develop a dynamic teaching program for undergraduate and graduate students as assigned by the EOANRP Director and the AgEd/AgSci Department. Course instruction may include Information Technology in Agriculture, Writing in Agriculture, Introduction to Agricultural Education, Agricultural Safety and Health, Social Media Advocacy In Ag Sciences & Natural Resources, Personal Leadership Development, Leadership Skills For Career Success, and CAS Ambassador Seminar.
Develop and communicate, via scholarly work, teaching methods and learning outcomes. Contribute to undergraduate student teaching in the EOANRP program. Duties include all responsibilities related to teaching Agricultural Education/Agricultural Sciences/Leadership courses: preparing and presenting course content, lecturing, grading, keeping office hours for one-on-one student assistance and mentoring. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion, including efforts promoting equitable outcomes among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups.
Assist in the collection of Agricultural Education and Agricultural Sciences Department curriculum assessment data.
15% Advising
Participate in advising and mentoring students to assist in the successful completion of their academic and research programs. Maintain accurate, secure, and up-to-date student records and notes.
Serve as Advisor for EOANRP Ag Ambassador.
10% Recruitment
Assist in active student recruiting effort involving all OSU faculty at EOU, other associated faculty in the state and the Ambassador program.
10% Agricultural Education
Assist Director of Agriculture Teacher Education in development of teacher candidates, K-12 classroom placement visits and other supervision of graduate students.
5% Service
Participate as a collegial member of their unit, and perform appropriate service that contributes to the effectiveness, diversity and inclusiveness of the departments, college, the University, and the profession.
Support CAS and OSU through participation on committees and other administrative activities.
Interact with staff, stakeholders, and professional colleagues to promote student learning and effective teaching.
Participate in professional conferences that promote teaching and learning in the discipline, committees in EOANRP, AgEd/AgSci, the college, and university as appropriate, and other service activities.
Minimum/Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Agricultural Education or in related areas of agriculture and education.
Demonstrated ability to teach in a classroom, extension, or other formal or non-formal educational settings.
Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
PhD or terminal degree in Education, Agricultural Education, or related field.
Demonstrated experience teaching high school agriculture and/or CTE.
Ability to provide mentoring and feedback to agriculture teacher candidates and early career agriculture teachers.
Demonstrated ability to teach in agricultural education, leadership, and agricultural sciences and natural resource communications.
Demonstrated engagement with students through experiential learning, extra-curricular activities, research, and/or mentoring.
Assisting in monitoring of Agricultural Education candidates will require state-wide travel/driving.
This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities. Yes
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P06486UF
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
06/16/2023
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
02/14/2023
Full Consideration Date
03/12/2023
Closing Date
06/30/2023
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 12, 2023. 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:
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) A Statement of Teaching. In your statement of teaching and/or additional documentation, please include your formal and non-formal teaching experience, your philosophy on teaching, evidence related to your ability to provide student feedback and mentoring, and evidence of your ability to promote student engagement in experiential learning (internships, research, global experiences) and/or extra-curricular activities.
4) A Statement of Diversity. College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. There is an expectation that, as part of your role in the college, you embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document. Please state how your background and experience has prepared you to be an effective instructor in an environment that values diversity.
3) A Statement of Teaching. In your statement of teaching and/or additional documentation, please include your formal and non-formal teaching experience, your philosophy on teaching, evidence related to your ability to provide student feedback and mentoring, and evidence of your ability to promote student engagement in experiential learning (internships, research, global experiences) and/or extra-curricular activities.
4) A Statement of Diversity. College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. There is an expectation that, as part of your role in the college, you embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document. Please state how your background and experience has prepared you to be an effective instructor in an environment that values diversity.
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:
Penelope L Diebel
Penelope.Diebel@oregonstate.edu
541-910-4035
Penelope L Diebel
Penelope.Diebel@oregonstate.edu
541-910-4035
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
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.
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. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.
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. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030 et seq. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the motor vehicle check requirement.
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