Horticulture Adjunct Assistant Professor

Los-Rios-Community-College-District; California (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Los Rios Community College District seeks a qualified part-time adjunct faculty member for the Horticulture program. The role involves teaching assigned courses such as HORT 100 - Integrated Pest Management in the Landscape, under area dean supervision, and supporting student success.

The position emphasizes continuous professional development, use of current teaching technology, and participation in curriculum development, articulation, and governance activities within the college community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with two years of professional experience; OR an associate degree with six years of professional experience; related experience must align with the teaching assignment.
• Equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds and inclusive education.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and use of current technology in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean.
• Help students reach their potential and master course content.
• Assess student learning outcomes and maintain up-to-date knowledge in the field.
• Utilize current technology in teaching and uphold professional conduct and ethics.
• Assist with articulation, curriculum development and review; participate in committees and governance.

Skills

Professional experience

Equity-minded approach

Curriculum development awareness

Education

Bachelor or higher

Associate degree

Job description

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position.

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

About the Horticulture Program

The department focuses on Integrated Pest Management, landscape maintenance, greenhouse management, plant propagation, nursery production and management, soils, plant nutrition, horticulture education, and retail nursery management. Additional areas include composting, viticulture, hydroponics, pesticide licensing and certification, and greenhouse construction and maintenance.

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• HORT 100 - Integrated Pest Management in the Landscape

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage:

• ARC Programs and Majors

1. Have a bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience; OR, any associate degree and six years of professional experience; OR the equivalent*. Professional experience must be directly related to the assignment being taught. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.