Location: Galesburg,IL, USA
Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Horticulture Certificate program.Essential Job Functions:
* In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review.
* Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College.
* In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean.
* Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials books required commodities and supplies to Associate Dean for approval.
* Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.
* Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.
* Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).
* Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.
* Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
* Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.
* Assist in registration as needed.
* Consider the general and special needs of the student. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.
* Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.
* Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
* Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.
* Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics.
* Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment.
* Prepare EGGC forms task lists and attendance reports as required.
* Maintain hourly count check on students.
* Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
* Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures.
* Maintain equipment assigned to area.
Education Requirements:
* Associate Degree preferred.
Experience Requirements:
Teaching Experience Desired. Experience in Horticulture Required.
Knowledge:
Operation of Computerized Green house.
Skills:
Must be able to perform landscaping, compute landscape material requirements, design landscapes, propagate and maintain green plants and shrubs. Must have good communication skills.
Personal Requirements:
Good Interpersonal Skills.