Temporary Instructor Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Join our Team at Portland Community College
Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.
Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu.
Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.
Our Program and Who We Are Looking For
***Apply by July 30, 2026***
We are currently seeking a full-time 1-year temporary faculty member who can teach a breadth of program courses in the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms. For the 2026-2027 Academic year, instruction will be primarily in APR 200A, APR 200C, ELT 110 and APR 162. The ability to teach both in the day and evenings may be expected. The position will start September 1.
PCC's Pre Trades Program offers a less than 1-year certificate that provides on-campus courses to prepare students for a rewarding career in the construction trades. Students in this program prepare to apply to a registered apprenticeship with one of our partner programs like International Brotherhood of Electrician Workers (IBEW) and others. The program is located at our Swan Island Training Center in North Portland. We encourage all candidates to apply who are passionate about teaching and supporting students from all walks of life.
For additional program information please visit the Pre Trades Program website and review the program's course offerings.
Instructor Qualifications
Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years experience in the subject area.
• A current approved license or Journey Card in the subject area is required of instructors teaching Apprenticeship required classes or license renewal classes, for any Oregon State "Apprentice-able" Trade.

See the classification description for additional information: https://www.pcc.edu/instructor-qualifications/FMT_ELT_APRInstructorQualifications/
Success Criteria:
These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position. Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications (In your application, please address how you meet the following success criteria):

• Have a journey card from a licensed electrical trade or an electrical skilled practitioner from outside of Oregon.
• Demonstrates an awareness of the need to teach industry-specific content in ways that value and include differences in individual experiences, cultural, ethnic, gender, linguistic diversity and socioeconomic status.
• Demonstrated experience as a trainer, teacher or mentor in technical principles to individuals from diverse backgrounds with variable skill levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment and fostering internal and external relationships. Knowledge of and commitment to a culture of safety.

Note: As part of your application to be considered for this Instructor position, we will ask you to respond to this important question:
In what ways do, or would, your lived experiences shape your culturally- responsive teaching? Please give examples.
Regarding Academic Credentials at PCC
These positions are included in the bargaining agreement between Portland Community College and the Portland Community College Faculty Federation Employees.
Instructors shall have earned required academic credentials at a regionally accredited US institution or a foreign institution having the equivalent of regional accreditation.
Instructors with credentials from other countries will have their transcripts evaluated by agencies that have good standing with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services to establish fulfillment of this standard. (for more information see
http://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/faculty-information.html)
For more information on PCC's General Instructor Qualifications Policy I301 visit:
http://catalog.pcc.edu/handbook/i301-instructorqualifications/
Why You'll Love Working Here
The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you'll enjoy:

• A collaborative and inspiring campus community
• Opportunities for learning and professional development

Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.
Total Rewards Package / What We Offer
There is never a dull moment at PCC. We offer more than just a competitive salary. When you join our team at PCC you'll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs
• Oregon PERS contribution - PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP
• Tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement
• PCC provides a tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions
• Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events
• Generous Paid Leave - as determined by our collective bargaining agreement (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees) -
  Faculty and Academic Professional Agreement

Paid Leave:

• 1 day of sick leave for every 18 days worked (~10 days per year)
• 4 paid holidays (which occur during the terms you are teaching)
• PCC Winter Break (when College is closed)
• 21 hours of personal leave per year

More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email PCCBenefits@pcc.edu if you have any questions.
How We Determine Initial Salary Placement
Initial Salary Placement will be between Step 1 ($73,911) and Step 3 ($78,408) based on related experience, per PCC's collective bargaining agreement. Placement at a higher step may be possible based upon additional experience and internal equity. The highest step of the range is step 17, ($118,558) Please review the salary schedule here.
Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment
Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College's (PCC) most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety website. The ASR contains current security and safety-related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.
PCC Employment Offers are Contingent Upon the Successful Completion of a Criminal Background Check
Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.
Contact PCC at pccjobs@pcc.edu if you have questions