PT Instructor, Floral Design

Central Piedmont Community College; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Piedmont Community College seeks an instructor to teach courses in floral design within the designated program area. The role requires delivering high-quality instruction, updating course materials, and supporting student enrollment and progression.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or industry certification, with experience in floral design and a capacity to teach both in person and online via learning platforms.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in a specified technical field or a Bachelor's in a related program.
• Experience with floral design principles and instructional delivery is preferred.
• Ability to teach online or via distance-learning technologies.

Responsibilities

• Instructs courses within the assigned program area and demonstrates high degree of skill in teaching.
• Monitors course offerings and contributes to course outlines and materials.
• Advises students and assists with registration activities.
• Assists in coordinating, planning, implementing, and administering program goals and objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Instructional methods

Public speaking

Student focus

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in specified field or industry certification

Job description

Central Piedmont Community College is a comprehensive institution which places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate knowledge and maintain competence in the field of instruction throughout their employment at the college as well as participate in activities which enhance the college's service to students and the community.

1. Instructs courses within the assigned program area and demonstrates high degree of skill in teaching; models effective teaching techniques for other faculty.
2. Monitors course offerings and makes recommendations to stay current; contributes in the development of course outlines and materials.
3. Prepares records and reports regarding attendance, grades, course files and course evaluation; submits textbook/materials requests.
4. Assists in planning class schedules which facilitate convenience to students, proofs schedule for accuracy and notes need for correction.
5. Monitors instructional facilities for proper use, safety, security, and maintenance.
6. Arranges for the design and customization of training programs to meet specific needs of organizations and their employees.
7. Assists coordinators with the marketing of their program; assist in the development of proposals for training services to CCE customers and staying abreast of market developments in area of teaching.
8. Provides all documentation required to set up, track, and report activities, cost and revenues.
9. Advises students and assists with student class registration activities.
10. Assists in the coordinating, developing, planning, implementing, and administering goals and objectives related to the assigned area.
11. Instructs and supervises the training of students in a variety of learning environments.
12. Adheres to the specific policies and requirements of the College and other pertinent agencies.
13. May perform other duties assigned by a college administrator as related to instruction and learning.

Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution in a specified technical field; or a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in a specified program of study; Or industry certification or demonstrated expertise in the specified field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in a community college
• Ability to develop and offer courses online or through distance learning technologies
• Advanced knowledge of floral design principles, techniques, industry trends, and best practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency in floral design with the ability to create and teach a variety of floral arrangements and design styles.
• Experience using learning management systems (e.g., Brightspace) and other digital instructional technologies to support teaching and student engagement.

Knowledge. Skills. Abilities and Worker

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a high performing team
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Commitment to helping students and personal desire to make a difference
• Ability to take initiatives and perform with only general directions
• Ability to utilize different instructional methods, strategies and technologies to meet diverse student needs
• Ability to deliver instruction in a variety of settings