Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking an Agricultural Sciences Professor to teach courses in various agricultural sciences, such as agronomy and horticultural sciences. This role involves preparing lectures, evaluating curricula, and advising students on academic matters. Candidates should have advanced degrees in agricultural sciences and a strong teaching background. Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Office and learning management systems is essential. Join us to inspire the next generation of agricultural professionals.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess advanced degrees in agricultural science.
• Demonstrated proficiency in teaching required.
• Ability to engage students and facilitate learning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures in agricultural sciences.
• Plan and revise curricula and instructional materials.
• Advise students on academic and vocational matters.

Skills

Teaching

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Reading Comprehension

Learning Strategies

Speaking

Education

Advanced degrees in agricultural science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Learning management system (LMS)

Blackboard Learn

Job description

What Does it Take to Be an Agricultural Sciences Professor?

Agricultural Sciences Professor Job Description: Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teaching in agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Professors may be primarily teaching or may engage in both teaching and research.

What Do Agricultural Sciences Professors Do On a Daily Basis?

• Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as crop production, plant genetics, and soil chemistry.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and instructional materials.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
• Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and career issues.

What an Agricultural Sciences Professor Should Know

Instructing: Teaching others how to do something.

Learning Strategies: Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work‑related documents.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions as appropriate.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Related Job Titles

• Farm Crops Teacher
• Agricultural Soil Conservation Professor
• Animal Anatomy Teacher
• Animal Physiology Teacher
• Arboriculture Instructor

What Tools do Agricultural Sciences Professors Use?

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Web browser software
• Data entry software
• Email software
• Word processing software
• Spreadsheet software
• Database software
• Google Docs
• Calendar and scheduling software
• Epic Systems
• Learning management system (LMS)
• Blackboard Learn
• DOC Cop
• Collaborative editing software
• Sakai CLE
• iParadigms Turnitin

Becoming an Agricultural Sciences Professor

What education and experience are required is typically advanced degrees in the specific agricultural science discipline and demonstrated teaching proficiency.