Horticulture Instructor Pool-Part-Time

Job Description

NoCCCD is now accepting applications for Horticulture Instructors at Fullerton College!

Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to teach horticulture courses at Fullerton College.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of horticulture principles and practices
• Ability to effectively communicate with students and colleagues
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging lesson plans
• Ability to assess student learning outcomes

Special Requirements

• Valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff
• Commitment to diversity

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher AND two years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment
• Any associate degree AND six years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment
• Possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area
• The equivalent

Desirable Qualifications

• Expertise in culturally responsive teaching in horticulture, particularly as it relates to the relevance of horticulture to the student’s lives, interest, and communities
• Demonstrate ability to address equity gaps of racially minoritized groups within horticulture

Working Conditions

Salary Range: $1572.67 - $1725.85 per lecture unit rate, $1572.67 - $1725.85 per lab parity unit rate, $1258.16 - $1380.60 per lab unit rate

Special Instructions

• This recruitment will remain active for a period of one year, from the position opening date.
• If there is no longer a need to fill, the position may be closed sooner, and applicants will be notified.
• This is a continuous recruitment to fill part-time, and temporary faculty assignments on an as-needed basis.
• When the need to fill arises, the department will refer to this pool of part-time faculty.
• Due to the high volume of applications received, we ask that you do not contact the department directly. They will review the information provided and contact you if you are selected for an interview.
• Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.
• Note that you must upload your resume and transcripts. Applications submitted without all of the required documents will not be considered.
• Evidence of degree conferred/awarded must be printed on a legible transcript.
• The minimum required number of references for this position is one (1).
• The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: official transcripts and verification of experience prior to the first duty day, identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue.
• NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.