Part-Time Horticulture Instructor at KPU

Join Kwantlen Polytechnic University as a part-time instructor to teach landscape machinery courses at the Langley campus, emphasizing safety and maintenance practices. Your expertise will shape future horticulturists.

KPU's School of Horticulture invites applications for teaching roles in HORT 1118 and HORT 2432, with courses available based on demand. Candidates should have extensive experience working with landscape and turf machinery and be prepared to facilitate field trips that provide students with real-world insights. A Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal or equivalent credentials are preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver courses on machinery operation and maintenance

• Teach safety protocols including WHMIS certification

• Organize field trips to expose students to practical environments

• Repair and maintain turfgrass machinery as part of classwork

• Manage shop layout planning for effective use and safety

Requirements:

• At least five years of industry experience with machinery

• Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal or recognized certification preferred

• Experience in teaching or instructing others

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

• Commitment to safety and environmental responsibilities

Utilize your industry knowledge to foster an engaging educational experience at KPU.