Pro Tem Instructor/Lecturer (Education Studies) - Open Pool

UO HR Website•Eugene, OR

18h

About The Position

The University of Oregon’s Education Studies Department (EDST) in the College of Education seeks to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill periodic vacancies for temporary teaching appointments. Instructors teach primarily undergraduate-level courses and lecturers teach primarily graduate-level courses. Positions are limited duration appointments potentially renewable for up to a total of three years. Appointments may range from one to three terms per year, including summer. Some courses meet during evenings or weekends or are delivered to distant sites via video conferencing. Some courses are offered exclusively online; in these cases, instructors should make themselves available for student contact via email, Zoom office hours, or phone in lieu of in-person office hours. Travel within Oregon and to west coast states may be required for some courses. Potential Undergraduate course subjects may include: History of Public Education Foundations of Education Curriculum and Instruction Childhood and Adolescent Studies Education Technology Literacy Art Education Potential Graduate course subjects may include: Methods in Elementary or Secondary Math Methods in Elementary or Secondary Science Methods in Secondary World Languages Methods in Secondary Language Arts Methods in Secondary Social Studies Childhood and Adolescent Studies Classroom Communities (Motivation and Management) Education Technology Literacy English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) All faculty are expected to contribute to the equity and inclusion goals of the college and to incorporate the best inclusive practices indicated in their field of expertise. Addressing issues such as inequities and racial injustice is a thread that runs through our majors and programs while focusing on critical and effective pedagogies. We are committed to enhancing the culture of the College of Education (COE) by continuing to increase the diversity of our people, programs, and curricula. The College of Education welcomes a broad spectrum of candidates and particularly invites applications from women, ethnic and racial minorities, and other individuals who are underrepresented in the profession. Additionally, candidates who have worked with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students and who can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. In deciding whether to apply for a position at the COE, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider the COE's Mission, Purpose, and Vision to help determine their potential success: https://education.uoregon.edu/about-us.

Requirements

Relevant subject matter expertise and experience by course content (e.g., childhood and adolescent studies, educational technology, literacy and reading instruction, art education, etc.)
MA or MS or equivalent graduate-level work in Curriculum and Instruction, Teacher Education, or other research/education-related area.
Doctoral or terminal degree in a relevant field (curriculum and instruction, teacher education, etc.) or relevant subject area (Mathematics, Science, World Language, English, History/Geography/Political Science/Other Social Studies related field, Childhood and Adolescent Studies, Technology, Literacy, or English Language Learning). In certain circumstances, a master's degree in a relevant field with substantial related experience may substitute for a doctorate.
Commitment to and knowledge of diversity issues and trends.
Commitment to and knowledge of gender and sexuality diversity issues and trends.
Demonstrated potential to contribute positively to our diverse community and to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Excellent communication skills that will enhance community relations and support graduate student training.
Demonstrated ability or potential for quality teaching.

Nice To Haves

K-12 teaching experience in an elementary or secondary subject area (or equivalent professional instructional position): Mathematics, Science, World Language, English, History/Geography/Political Science/Other Social Studies related field, Childhood and Adolescent Studies, Technology, Literacy, or English Language Learning (ESOL)
Public K-12 license (inactive is acceptable) or public K-12 instructional professional experience in an appropriate level subject area.
Previous successful experience with the course(s) and relevant experience in university-level instruction.
Experience with pre-service teacher education (ex. cooperating teacher, university supervisor, professional development).
Experience in public education issues related to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic inequities, English language learners, gender and sexual orientation.
Evidence of curriculum and pedagogy addressing diversity in the classroom.
Successful experience as a college-level instructor.
Familiarity with teacher education curriculum and regulations.
Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, Teacher Education, or other research/education-related area.
Successful experience in professional development with K-12 teachers.
Extensive knowledge of teacher education curriculum and standards related to an instructional subject area.

Responsibilities

Instructors teach primarily undergraduate-level courses and lecturers teach primarily graduate-level courses.
Appointments may range from one to three terms per year, including summer.
Some courses meet during evenings or weekends or are delivered to distant sites via video conferencing.
Some courses are offered exclusively online; in these cases, instructors should make themselves available for student contact via email, Zoom office hours, or phone in lieu of in-person office hours.
Travel within Oregon and to west coast states may be required for some courses.
All faculty are expected to contribute to the equity and inclusion goals of the college and to incorporate the best inclusive practices indicated in their field of expertise.