Adjunct Instructor - Horticulture
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Posting DetailsPosition Information Position Title Adjunct Instructor - Horticulture Job Summary The Business and Career Technology Division is accepting applications for part-time instructor for the Horticulture Department.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Understanding of, and commitment to, the comprehensive community college mission. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Commitment to fostering an engaging learning environment for a diverse student body. Flexibility for teaching courses offered day, evening, and online. Instructional expertise to deliver instruction for 21st century learners and assess student learning outcomes as appropriate to ensure academic quality. Facility with a range of teaching and learning strategies to foster active learning and student success, which contributes to the fulfillment of the College's strategic goals. Willingness to participate in activities or on college committees that contribute to the success of students.Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in related field with 2,000 hours related work experience, OR Associate of Applied Science with 6,000 hours of related work experience combined with sufficient additional documentation to satisfy section IV of the Kishwaukee College Faculty Credentials Manual. Must be willing to teach face to face at a College partner site in Rockford, Illinois. Additionally, applicants must be willing to submit to a Department of Agriculture background check or already have Department of Agriculture approval.Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree preferred.Physical Demands Ability to stand and lecture for extended periods of time.EOE Statement Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee.Position Status Part Time Hours per WeekWeeks per YearBudgeted Hours per YearTemporary Position - Begin DateTemporary Positions - End DateType of Position PT Non-Benefited Hiring Salary Range RequestedSupport Staff Pay Band (if applicable)Support Staff Pay Range (if applicablePosting Detail Information Posting Number F050P Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 11/14/2023 Job Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes Special Instructions SummaryAdvertising Summary College Website Posting Link Illustrative Examples of Essential Functions Job Duty NameDescription of Job Duty Promote the philosophy, mission, and vision of Kishwaukee College Provide engaging, enthusiastic, and student-centered teaching to community college students Establish a professional classroom atmosphere that encourages mutual respect and civil engagement Contribute to a collegial, collaborative, and positive attitude to the college campus Understand and convey the essentials of the course discipline that students should master Maintain high academic standards while demonstrating equitability and fairness Work successfully and productively in a team environment with other faculty Perform the necessary duties of an instructor to ensure quality instructiono Establish productive and supportive communication with students o Prepare the course syllabus following the college-approved format and course contento Be organized and conduct classes in accordance with the published class scheduleo Evaluate student progress through regularly scheduled assessments/examso Promptly return graded work to students and maintain student grade records Advise students as appropriate Performing the necessary duties of an adjunct instructor to ensure quality instructionEssential Duty? Yes Percentage Of Time 100