Part-Time Agriculture Adjunct — Shape Future Farmers

ICC Illinois Central College; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition waivers for employee and for a

On-site childcare center

403(b) retirement plans

State University Retirement System

Job summary

Illinois Central College is seeking adjunct faculty to teach Agriculture classes on the ICC campus. Adjuncts may teach future semesters depending on course availability and must adhere to syllabi, support student success, and maintain office hours.

Assignments may be up to 12 contact hours per fall/spring and up to 29 contact hours for the academic year if teaching summer. Applicants must be Illinois residents at hire and submit a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness or Agricultural Sciences, OR Associate degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness or Agricultural Sciences and a minimum of 2,000 work hours as agriculturist.
• Ability to instruct students by explaining, demonstrating and overseeing their exercises and giving advice on the immediate topic.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned Agriculture courses and follow syllabi.
• Maintain office hours and assist student success.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to improve the student experience.
• Ensure safety standards in labs when applicable.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teaching ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/Agribusiness/Agricultural Sciences

Associate degree + 2000 work hours as agriculturist

Job description

Illinois Central College is seeking adjunct faculty to teach Agriculture classes on the ICC campus. Adjuncts may teach future semesters depending on course availability and must adhere to syllabi, support student success, and maintain office hours.

Assignments may be up to 12 contact hours per fall/spring and up to 29 contact hours for the academic year if teaching summer. Applicants must be Illinois residents at hire and submit a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.