Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean and Dean of Agriculture, the Instructor, Horticulture & Turfgrass Management is responsible for developing and implementing courses in the Horticulture & Turfgrass Management program. Courses may take place in classroom, laboratory, online, and hybrid (online & face-to-face) formats. This is a full-time regular position.
Southeast Community College offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, including, but not limited to medical/dental insurance, 403(b) retirement with College matching contribution, vision insurance, flexible spending account, and tuition reimbursement. Southeast Community College also offers extensive leave plans. In addition, Southeast Community College makes available to all full-time employees the use of “Ben Dollars” (cash-in-lieu potential for certain coverage levels) to cover medical and dental premiums.
The instructor is responsible for writing course objectives, implementing appropriate teaching strategies, advising students, monitoring and evaluating student progress, and keeping accurate and timely student records. Teaching assignments for this position include but are not limited to, various aspects of Horticulture & Turfgrass Management.
- Provide instruction and develop courses in assigned subject areas.
- Practice and encourage safety.
- Provide instruction to a diverse student population according to the objectives of each course in the Horticulture & Turfgrass Management program.
- This instructor will utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom/laboratory that include but are not limited to, lectures, small groups, indoor and outdoor demonstrations, and laboratory activities.
- Prepare and administer student evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress in a timely manner.
- Remain current in events and developments related to the subject area. Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through supplemental sources such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study.
- Participate in division and college meetings and committees.
- Participate in program Workforce Leadership Team (WLT) meetings.
- Maintain security of College vehicles, equipment, facilities, and materials.
- Serve as an Academic Advisor for students. Tasks included in this area are: advise students on their academic progress, courses needed for graduation, and division/college policies and procedures; and generally serve as the first line of communication between students and the college staff.
- Develop and/or revise course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies on approved college curriculum forms. In addition, the instructor will develop, revise, and maintain classroom/laboratory policies, grading structures, and strategies. This instructor will review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks for course use.
- Function as a Member of the Horticulture & Turfgrass Management program, Agriculture Division, Instructional Division, and SCC teams.
- Interact with colleagues, students, staff, supervisors, and the public in a manner that will project a positive image of the program and the College and which promotes/facilitates instructional services such as recruitment, placement, and orientation as assigned. This includes support of SCC Policies, Goals, and Strategic Plans.
- Maintain and upgrade the Horticulture & Turfgrass Management classroom/laboratory instructional facilities and equipment. Responsible for verifying the maintenance of facilities and equipment to ensure that it is kept in safe and proper working order for student use.
- Individualized Development Plan (New Instructors): Each new instructor will develop an individualized development plan in cooperation with the Vice President of Instruction or his/her designee.
- Promote/Support Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Access
- Work toward creating a welcoming, inclusive, equitable, and productive work and learning environment, where all students, faculty members, and college employees are valued and may contribute to their full potential, regardless of their differences.
- Make concerted efforts to implement accessible and inclusive practices and processes aimed at creating a diverse and equitable learning and work environment.
- Commit to fostering and maintaining a safe environment of respect and inclusion for students, employees, and members of the community, and promote and support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, EEO, equity, inclusion, and diversity.
- Operate and utilize as part of the teaching process appropriate audio-visual equipment, computers, and learning management system(s) including but not limited to PowerPoint, Microsoft Office products, Canvas, etc.
- Provide information and data that will assist in the preparation of budgets, course schedules, vehicle condition reports, MAP Goals, assessment reports, and other required reports.
- Serve as a substitute instructor within the Agriculture Division when needed as assigned by the Associate Dean or Dean.
- Serve as a technical advisor from the Horticulture & Turfgrass Management program for assisting other programs at the College.
- Coordinate with the Farm Manager and Assistant Farm Manager to identify, recruit, and schedule Student worker employees for horticulture & turfgrass operations.
- Perform other related duties within the division/program as assigned.
- May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
- Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
- Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.
- Possess current knowledge of and experience in the Horticulture & Turfgrass Management field. This will include one or more of the following areas: Introduction to Horticulture, Plant ID & Selection, Soils & Plant Nutrition, Pest Management, Equipment Maintenance & Operation, Horticulture Business Management, Turfgrass Management, Pesticide Certification & Application, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscape Maintenance & Construction, Motorized Ag Equipment, Plant Propagation, Greenhouse Management, Arboriculture, Landscape Design, Digital Landscape Design, Golf & Sports Turf Management, Advanced Golf Course Operations, and Cooperative Experience.
- Be able to operate the tools and equipment used in a Horticulture & Turfgrass Production setting.
- Be able to demonstrate all types of processes required of a Horticulture & Turfgrass Manager for the particular courses assigned to teach.
- Ability to apply and demonstrate effective communication skills.
- Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom/laboratory.
- Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom/laboratory use.
- Possess a working knowledge of all manner of Horticulture and Landscape industry processes, procedures, and experiences. Must also be familiar with and committed to exceeding standards regarding laws, regulations, and industry best practices relating to chemical, fertilizer, equipment, and job site safety and environmental protection.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move up to 60 pounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively both in writing, in person, and on the phone.
- Ability to use basic computer skills.
- The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
