Part Time Horticulture Instructor

Location: Sanborn

Position Information

Position Title Part Time Horticulture Instructor Position Category Faculty Position Status FLSA Exempt Advertised Salary $960 per lecture hour/$860 per lab hour. Department Business & STEM Working Hours Days & Times varies General Description

SUNY Niagara has a need for a part time Instructor to teach various courses in the Horticulture program. Courses may include greenhouse management as well as other discipline specific courses.

Classes are held on the Sanborn, NY campus.

Remuneration for this position is: $960 per lecture hour/$860 per lab hour.

In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates to meet our present and future needs for this position, SUNY Niagara will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at this time. Applications are evaluated on an as-needed basis, and candidates will be contacted when the department has an opening. Candidates who submit their information may or may not be notified as to the status of their application.

Typical Work Activities

* Teach courses in the delivery format agreed upon (face-to-face, face-to-face with Zoom option, hyflex, hybrid, blended, or online)

* Hold office hours (in person or virtual as appropriate)

* Track attendance

* Complete census reports

* Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester

* Report grades at the conclusion of the semester

Additional duties and responsibilities will be reviewed during the interview.

Essential Functions

Ability to work with and teach a diverse student population. Ability to speak in front of groups of people. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, co-workers, supervisors, and the campus community. Must be able to develop, prepare, and present information. Must able to operate computers. Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position and must adjust any teaching to the Americans with Disabilities Act provisions.

Required Qualifications

* Associate of Applied Science degree in Horticulture or related field, or sufficient horticulture industry work experience to include experience in public speaking, training, and/or management-level positions.

* Must be proficient in MS Office or similar for the development of course materials.

Desirable Qualifications

* Horticulture-related industry certifications.

* A background in alternative course delivery models and instructional experience at a community/technical college or four-year college.

* Familiarity with using Zoom.

* Experience with Dynascape Landscape Design software or comparable product.

License(s)/Certifications

Horticulture-related industry certifications.

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county's three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing.

We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.

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