Inspiring Floral Design Instructor; Part-Time

Position

Job Title: FLORAL DESIGN INSTRUCTOR POOL

Department: Continuing Education

Posting Number: PT1204

Position Type: Non-Exempt, Part‑Time

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities with Floral Design and teach assigned courses at various times and locations in response to institutional need. Continuously advance the quality of instruction.

Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes.

Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.

Evaluate students to measure progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes within the college grading system and appeals procedures. Review and recommend student learning materials.

Provide students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between student and instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods, and schedule of work.

Maintain a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning.

Maintain daily attendance rosters, input final student grades into WebDMC, and submit final hard copies of daily attendance rosters and grade sheets to the Continuing Education Department.

• Plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus/outline to ensure course content and objectives are met.
• Utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate diverse learning styles of students.
• Utilize instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources, and other appropriate media in instruction.
• Maintain daily attendance rosters.
• Input final student grades into WebDMC.
• Submit final hard copies of daily attendance rosters and grade sheets to the Continuing Education Department.
• Introduce students to basic floral design techniques and design methods, including basic design styles, principles and elements of design, proper care of cut flowers, positioning of skeletal flowers and filler, cutting and wiring stems, and use of various mechanical aids.
• Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.

Three (3) years related work experience.

• Plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus/outline to ensure content and objectives are met.
• Utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods for diverse learning styles.
• Utilize instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources, and other media in instruction.
• Knowledge of the Floral Design Profession.

• Two (2) years teaching or training experience.
• Experience developing lesson plans and curriculum.

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference check. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III:
Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.