Oregon State University · 3 weeks ago
Instructor of Human Development and Family Sciences
Bend, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $75K/yrOregon State University is a dynamic community focused on improving individual and family well-being. The Instructor of Human Development and Family Sciences will be responsible for teaching, curriculum development, and mentoring students within the program, emphasizing diversity and inclusion in human services.
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Responsibilities
Duties may include face-to-face classroom, hybrid, and/or e-campus teaching, communicating with students (through office hours, email, phone calls, discussion boards, etc.), course development, and mentoring students in experiential learning (e.g., internships, research, service learning). One way the teaching/mentoring aspect is demonstrated is through serving as faculty supervisor for practica and internships. Teaching obligations additionally include responding to grade complaints; responding to requests from students for letters of recommendation; and similar post-term activities. Advising and mentoring includes undergraduate advising and mentoring on programs of study, thesis projects, independent studies, career preparation and opportunities, and graduate or professional school applications. Student-related activities may also include participation in and the development of programming to recruit and retain students and ensure they are career ready
Engaging in scholarly and/or professional development activities that will support teaching, maintain professional engagement and mastery and provide recognition for both the faculty member and the OSU -Cascades organization. This could include creating and strengthening connections with community partners that impact student experiences and success
Responsibilities include service to the HDFS program and OSU -Cascades campus, the community, and the School, College and University (e.g. relationships with community-based programs relevant to HDFS , serving on committees, initiatives to recruit and retain HDFS students)
Qualification
Required
Masters degree in HDFS or a closely related field
Demonstrated expertise in a discipline relevant to HDFS
Evidence of effective teaching and experience teaching at the college or university level or comparable professional development settings
Demonstrated ability to recruit, support, teach, and mentor individuals from diverse backgrounds and with different life experiences
Demonstration of exceptional communication, interpersonal and leadership skills, and ability to work collaboratively with faculty, leadership, and community partners
The evidenced ability to contribute to the HDFS program, the College of Health, and OSU -Cascades mission and vision, such as through innovative programming and delivery
Preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Direct, lived experience with issues or topics that align with core themes in HDFS coursework and experiential learning
Experience teaching and mentoring undergraduate students in upper division courses (i.e., 300 400-level)
Experience establishing and sustaining relationships with community partners relevant to the HDFS program
Leadership experience in human service and/or community settings
Demonstrated effectiveness teaching courses in key topic areas (e.g., human services, leadership, trauma-informed practices, family policy, families and poverty, applied helping skills)
Experience in curricular development at the college or university-level
PhD in HDFS or closely related field
Experience supervising experiential learning opportunities in community settings such as practica and internships
Benefits
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.
Company
Oregon State University
Oregon State University is a public research university that offers various undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple fields.
Founded in 1868
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$94.53MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseUS Department of EnergyNational Safety Council
2025-01-13Grant· $11.9M
2024-12-04Grant· $0.5M
2024-06-13Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Mike Green
Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer
Kimya Massey
Deputy Athletic Director/COO at Oregon State University Athletics
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