Precision Agriculture Instructor

Job Details; Rebecca Plantation (LA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical coverage options

Supplemental insurances

Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan

Holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Fletcher Technical Community College in Louisiana is seeking a full-time, unclassified 12‑month faculty member to teach courses at the intersection of technology, agronomy, and data analytics.

You will lead in class, lab, and field instruction, maintain precision ag labs, advise students, and foster industry partnerships to connect with internships and careers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or substantial equivalent in agriculture or related field.
• Ability to teach in educational or industry settings and collaborate with diverse groups.
• Strong communication and proficiency with Microsoft Office and web tools.
• Technical knowledge of precision ag: GIS/GPS, drones, variable-rate tech.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop courses at the intersection of technology, agronomy, and data analytics.
• Deliver engaging instruction in class, lab, and field with master syllabi.
• Maintain and instruct on precision ag equipment and labs; enforce safety.
• Advise and mentor students; support recruitment, registration, retention, and job placement.
• Build industry partnerships; coordinate internships and employment opportunities.
• Use learning analytics to improve courses; leverage Canvas and classroom tech.
• Fulfill standard faculty duties: office hours, grading, committees, and campus events.

Skills

GIS/GPS

Drones (sUAS)

Data analytics

Canvas LMS

Agricultural software

Lab equipment maintenance

Industry partnerships

Education

Bachelor's in agriculture-related field

Bachelor’s in another field with ≥18 agriculture credits

Associate degree in agriculture + 3 years relevant experience

Relevant certificate + 5 years precision ag experience

No degree/certificate + 10 years precision ag experience

Tools

Canvas LMS

Microsoft Office

Web tools

Agricultural software

Job description

Department

Academic Affairs & Initiatives

Sub department

Energy & Advanced Technologies

Type of Appointment

Unclassified - Faculty 12 month

Salary

$67,948 - $91,358 (Salary commensurate with rank.)

Work type

Faculty Full-Time

Location

Schriever, LA, Thibodaux, LA

Categories

Academic Affairs, Technical

What You’ll Do

• Teach and develop courses at the intersection of technology, mechanics, and agronomy—GPS/GIS, drones (sUAS), variable-rate technology, remote sensing, soil science, ag business, and data analytics.
• Deliver engaging, active-learning instruction (in class, lab, and field) that maximizes student success and aligns with master syllabi and industry standards.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and safely instruct on precision ag equipment, labs, and machinery; enforce safety and housekeeping protocols.
• Advise and mentor students; support recruitment, registration, retention, tutoring, and job placement; serve as a resource for certifications and career pathways.
• Build and sustain industry partnerships; participate in advisory committees; connect students to internships and employment opportunities.
• Use assessment and learning analytics to improve courses and programs; leverage Canvas and advanced classroom technology.
• Fulfill standard faculty responsibilities: office hours, timely grading/records, committee service, professional development, and campus events.

Required Education

• One of the following:
  • Bachelor’s in an agriculture-related field; or
  • Bachelor’s in another field with ≥18 agriculture credits; or
  • Associate degree in agriculture + 3 years relevant non-teaching experience; or
  • Relevant certificate + 5 years precision ag experience; or
  • No degree/certificate + 10 years precision ag experience demonstrating expertise.
• Ability to teach/train in educational or industry settings and collaborate with diverse groups.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication; proficiency with Microsoft Office, email, calendars, and web tools.
• Technical knowledge of precision ag systems/equipment: GIS/GPS, drones/sUAS, variable-rate technology, and agricultural software.
• Willingness/ability to obtain Wisconsin DATCP commercial pesticide applicator license and/or FAA Remote Pilot Certificate as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an agriculture-related field.
• College-level teaching experience in precision ag or related subjects.
• Experience with Canvas LMS and active-learning strategies (group work, inquiry-based learning, contextualized instruction).

Why This Role Matters

Precision agriculture is transforming how food and fiber are produced—using data, automation, and smart equipment to boost yields, cut input costs, and reduce environmental impact. Employers across the region are seeking specialists who can operate and interpret GPS/GIS systems, drones, variable-rate applications, and farm management software—skills this program delivers through hands‑on training. As an instructor, you’ll directly expand the local talent pipeline, strengthen industry partnerships, and help students launch into technical careers with strong growth potential. Your work will improve farm profitability and sustainability while advancing the college’s mission to connect education to real‑world outcomes.

Benefits

• retirement
• multiple medical insurance options
• supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
• holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program
• Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Fletcher Technical Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Fletcher Technical Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Advertised

25 Aug 2026 Central Daylight Time

Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges System