Horticulture Instructor

Horticulture Instructor

Job : 5638475

Final date to receive applications: Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Apr 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Reporting to the CTE Coordinator, the Vocational Teacher’s role is to help students learn career area subject matter in accordance with educational frameworks and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

• Teaches district-approved curriculum; prepares lesson plans accordingly.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior and work ethic when working on special projects.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Ensures accuracy and best practices for compliance with organizational standards.
• Keeps records and prepares progress reports electronically.
• Possesses proficient computer skills.
• Keeps current in discipline and teaching techniques.
• Participates in professional development and remains current in the field.
• Any other relative teaching duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree or higher degree related to the subject matter and skills to be taught.

Three (3) years of full-time employment directly related to Landscape Construction and joining technologies.

Ch. 74 licensure in Landscape Construction and joining technologies is required, or the ability to acquire a Chapter 74 license.

Must possess a current MA pesticide applicator license.

A Master’s degree may substitute for one of the three years of required employment experience, provided that the degree includes subject matter related to the Technical Knowledge and Skills strand (Strand
2) of the Vocational Technical Education Framework in Horticulture, and/or in vocational education.

Relevant framework available at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Frequent standing, speaking or hearing; walking; occasional lifting or moving up to 10 pounds of school supplies or books.
• Requires close vision to read handwritten or typed material and adjust focus; must meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and staff.
• Moderate to loud noise level.

All educational and non-academic programs, activities and employment opportunities at Greater Lawrence Technical School are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, age and/or disability, and any other class or characteristic protected by law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $65,843 to $114,150 Per Year

• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.