Adjunct Faculty- Horticulture

The Horticulture Department is Community College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach courses for the Fall 2026 semester. This is an onsite, in-person position located in the St. Louis, Missouri area. Candidates should apply only if they are able to be physically present and available to work onsite by the start date.

Adjunct Faculty are part-time faculty members who provide high-quality instruction in assigned courses in accordance with approved course outlines, departmental standards, and College policies. Adjunct faculty focus primarily on teaching and student learning and are responsible for maintaining instructional quality, academic integrity, and a supportive learning environment. Assignments are course-based and may vary by term, modality, and campus.

• Teaching assigned credit courses in accordance with approved course outlines, syllabi, and instructional objectives.
• Preparing for instruction, including course materials, learning activities, and assessments appropriate to the course modality (in-person, hybrid, or online).
• Delivering instruction using effective teaching strategies that support student engagement and learning.
• Assessing student performance, grading assignments and examinations, and providing meaningful, timely feedback.
• Maintaining accurate academic records, including attendance, grades, and required course documentation.
• Reporting midterm and final grades using the College’s designated systems by established deadlines.
• Communicating course expectations, policies, and learning outcomes clearly to students.
• Maintaining appropriate office hours or student availability, as defined by the department, at times convenient for students.
• Responding to student, faculty, and administrative communications within established departmental time frames.
• Using the College’s learning management system (LMS) and other instructional technologies as required.
• Ensuring courses comply with College policies, accreditation standards, and accessibility requirements.
• Creating and maintaining a respectful, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Informing the Department Chair or Program Coordinator/Director as soon as possible when unable to meet a scheduled class or instructional obligation.

• Participate in required orientations, training, and instructional meetings.
• Complete required compliance training, including but not limited to FERPA and Sexual Misconduct training.
• Coordinate with department chairs, program coordinators, or full-time faculty regarding course content and expectations.
• Implement department-approved textbooks, course materials, and assessment practices.
• Maintain current knowledge and skills in the instructional discipline.
• Adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs within the scope of the assigned course(s).
• The College reserves the right to assign other normal instructional responsibilities as may be appropriate for part-time faculty.

• Master’s Degree in the subject field, or
• Master’s Degree with at least thirty (30) approved graduate semester hours in the subject or related fields.

• Bachelor’s Degree with a major in the subject field and relevant professional experience, or
• Other combinations of education, credentials, licensure, and work experience as permitted by accrediting or regulatory bodies.

• Previous teaching experience at the community college or postsecondary level.
• Experience teaching online or hybrid modalities.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and inclusive teaching practices.
• Evening, weekend, or online teaching assignments may be required depending on course scheduling.

• Negligible to moderate physical activity, which may include standing for extended periods, light lifting of instructional materials, and use of standard classroom or computer equipment.