Adjunct Faculty, Horticulture

College of Lake County; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

College of Lake County seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Horticulture, covering plant identification, landscape construction methods, project management, and horticulture business operations at the Grayslake Campus. The candidate will prepare lectures and grade, using Canvas and other academic software.

Responsibilities include delivering content, updating curricula, meeting classes as scheduled, assessing student learning, and providing timely feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture and 2 years tested experience OR Associate degree in horticulture and 5 years tested experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach lecture portion of the horticulture course and deliver content using varied teaching styles.
• Follow departmental safety guidelines and update course content as needed.
• Prepare and maintain curriculum, outlines, textbooks, and syllabi.
• Meet all classes on schedule and evaluate student performance through assignments and exams.
• Provide feedback on student progress and assist with disciplinary measures if needed.
• Maintain records and submit grades by deadlines.
• Assist in advising and supporting students, including office hours and email consultations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in horticulture

Associate degree in horticulture

Job description

Position Title

Adjunct Faculty, Horticulture

Job Summary

Teach horticulture plant identification, landscape construction methods and project management and horticulture business operations. Teach lecture, assess student learning and assign course grades. The courses must be taught in accordance with current program approved course descriptions, course outlines, textbooks, and syllabi. Prepare lecture and lesson plans, teach lecture and respond to and grade student work. Use appropriate academic software (e.g. Canvas, Power Point, Word, etc.)

Job Description

Teach lecture portion of the Horticulture course and deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles. Follow departmental safety guidelines. Select, prepare and maintain current curriculum, course outlines and printed and non-printed instructional materials. Revise and update course content as needed. Conduct all classes in accordance with an established and current course syllabus and approved textbooks (and/or related instructional material). Meet all classes for the scheduled time. Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions or examinations. Provide feedback in a timely manner on student progress. Provide instructional support to the students. Refer students, when appropriate, to sources of specialized services within the College. Be available for student consultation through phone or email. Provide the Division and the students a syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, attendance policies in line with those of the college, texts and readings, timelines and evaluation criteria, and any other information required by College, Division, or departmental policy. Maintain office/discipline/grade/division records as required by the College. Submit all grades (mid/final) electronically prior to the required deadlines. Provide the Registrar appropriate grade records. Use the appropriate College policies and procedures to resolve and document student complaints, concerns and problems. Assist in developing and administering discipline-appropriate measures of student academic achievement, use departmental testing instruments as provided. Administer other instruments designed to measure student learning outcomes as requested and required by the department. Provide all results as requested. Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available and use feedback to improve course delivery. Participate, when appropriate, in the formation and meetings of program advisory boards, college, division, and department committees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture - AND - 2 years of tested experience, or, Associate degree in horticulture - AND - 5 years of tested experience

Compensation

Per Load Hour Compensation Schedule 2026 -2027 - $1,414

Full-Time/Part-Time: Part time

Total Hours Per Week: 6

Position Type: Faculty

Job Family: Part-Time Faculty

Posting Date: 10/07/2026

Expected Start Date: 11/27/2026

Compensation Grade:

Location: Grayslake Campus

Department: JM - Biological & Health Sciences Operations Department

EEO Statement

College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, parental status, pregnancy or any other status protected by law.

Why choose the College of Lake County

The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance). We value candidates who bring language skills that help us better serve and connect with our diverse community. Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency is preferred but not required.

College Overview

College of Lake County (CLC) is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences. CLC aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every community grows. Our mission is to be innovative and value-driven in supporting student success through developing and encouraging employees of all backgrounds on their journey toward achieving personal and professional growth. CLC achieved a milestone in 2025 with its designation as a Leader College of Distinction. CLC is part of the Achieving the Dream (ATD) Network, made up of 300+ colleges committed to supporting student success at their institutions and promoting economic vitality throughout their communities. CLC has been a member of the ATD Network since 2019 and has held Leader College status since 2023.