Instructor PAC Pool - 2024/2025: Aquatics

Position Details

Position Information

Department
Physical ActivityCourses (HHS)

Position Title
Instructor (PAC)

Job Title
Instructor (PAC) Pool - 2024/2025: Aquatics

Appointment Type
Professional Faculty

Job Location
Corvallis

Benefits Eligible
Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration

Remote or Hybrid option?Job SummaryThe Aquatics Activity Area in the Physical Activities Course (PAC) program, a part of the School of Exercise, Sports, and Health Science, in the College of Health at Oregon State University invites applications for one or more fixed term, non-tenure track full/part-time Instructor (PAC) positions to teach courses on a term-by-term basis for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the program Director.

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed for recruitment of primarily part-time instructors on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available throughout the academic year.

The primary mission of the PAC Program is to provide all Oregon State University students with the knowledge and experience to make sound decisions regarding present and future physically active lifestyles. The intent of the PAC Program is to provide quality instruction in safe, adequately equipped facilities and to create a positive, enjoyable learning environment.

The PAC Instructor position will serve as an integral member of the PAC Program team, where each instructor plays a specific role to the larger organization. Recognizing individual interests and abilities, the program provides courses covering a wide variety of physical activities. We make an effort to address contemporary trends and student interests. Courses offered through the PAC Program may include but are not limited to classes in the Activity Areas of: Aquatics, Artistic & Social dance, Aerobics & Fitness Development, Martial arts, Mind/body, Outdoor Recreation, Resistance training, Sports, Yoga and Games.

For additional information about the PAC program, please visit /health. oregonstate. edu/pac.

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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.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities96% Teaching: Teach courses in Aquatics Programming
•Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning. Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students. Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs. Employ available instructional technology, i. e. , the internet, telecourses, interactive technology, when appropriate. Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives. Develop, update, and post course syllabi and grades in a timely manner. Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
•Establish meaningful student learning outcomes for courses/programs. Develop learning assessments that clearly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes. Maintain accurate records of student progress. Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.

2% Personal & Professional Growth
•Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline. Connect their subject matter with related fields. Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, certifications, or workshops. Learn and use appropriate technologies to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate.
•Maintain familiarity with college and program goals, mission, and long-range plans. Contribute .