Instructor-Turf and Sportsgrass Management

Texasturf; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 34,653 - 42,354; Full time

Job summary

Texasturf in Weatherford, Texas is seeking a full-time Instructor for Turf and Sportsgrass Management. The role involves teaching courses, developing curriculum, and mentoring students. Candidates must have relevant experience in managing sports or turfgrass surfaces and meet academic credential standards. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, with a preference for those with advanced degrees. The position offers a minimum salary of $38,504, with a start date of 01/12/2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum faculty credential standards as per Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
• 3+ years of management experience in sports or turfgrass surfaces.
• Willingness to teach various class schedules.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in full discipline.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment.
• Participate in college committees and professional development.

Skills

Curriculum development

Effective communication

Ability to teach in various modalities

Respect and ethical standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Turfgrass or Golf Course Management

Master’s or other Advanced Degrees in these fields

Job description

Instructor-Turf and Sportsgrass Management

Requisition Number: F0026014
Position Title: Instructor-Turf and Sportsgrass Management
Appointment Type: Faculty (Exempt)
Campus: Weatherford Campus
Employment: Full-time 9-month Term
Salary Minimum: $38,504
Proposed Start Date: 01/12/2026

Position Summary Information

Primary duties of full time faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, as well as recruiting, advising, and mentoring students in and outside of the classroom. The faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, be they face-to-face, hybrid, online, or within the context of dual credit instruction. Full time faculty members are also responsible for participation in professional development activities, serving on college committees, developing and updating curriculum, textbook, equipment selection and instructional materials. Faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Qualifications

All faculty members must meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) academic, oral, and written English proficiency requirements. All full time faculty members must demonstrate willingness and ability to teach day, evening and/or weekend classes in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual credit environments.

Required Education

Minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching courses designed for workforce certificate or degree completion. These standards include an appropriate academic degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline.

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Turfgrass or Golf Course Management. Master’s or other Advanced Degrees in these fields are advantageous.

Required Experience

3 Years of management of sports or turfgrass surfaces. Experience with cool and warm season grasses, irrigation and soil fertility.

Preferred Experience

• 5 Years of management of sports or turfgrass surfaces.
• Assistant or Superintendent experience at a golf course or similar turfgrass facility.
• Classroom teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Each full time faculty member must demonstrate the ability to develop curriculum and instruct in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; ability to provide instruction that will achieve the specific goals and objectives associated with all assigned courses; ability to create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory; ability to communicate effectively with students, college personnel and administration, peers and public groups; ability to treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice, without discrimination based upon age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity; ability to exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources; and, ability to observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.