Agriculture & Animal Science Instructor

James Sprunt Community College•Kenansville, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary work of this position is providing instruction for students in assigned classes in specific disciplines. In addition, instructors maintain contact with agriculture industry personnel to ensure that educational programming meets industry needs. Instructors conduct necessary research to plan, develop, implement, deliver and evaluate assigned instructional courses/programs; evaluate student performance; and serve as academic advisor to students as defined by college guidelines. Instructors are also responsible for maintaining records and submitting reports on a timely basis. The work is performed under the supervision of the Dean of Business and Industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in Agriculture Education or Animal Science.
Good communication skills.
Proficiently operate a computer and related software.
Use active listening skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Skill in managing executive calendars.
Skill in organizing, planning, and coordinating meetings and travel arrangements.
Ability to communicate effectively through speech and writing.
Ability to identify, communicate and analyze problems.
Ability to take ownership and utilize constructive feedback.
Must be punctual, professional and conduct oneself in an ethical manner.
Ability to plan and prioritize tasks.
Ability to work respectfully within a team environment.
Some directly related work experience.
Understanding of, and commitment to, the Community College System.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in Agriculture Education.
Bilingual.
Some experience with instructional delivery via distance learning.
Considerable direct related work experience, teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as industry liaison person.
Maintain contact with agriculture industry personnel and ensure that programs meet industry needs.
Develop and maintain current course syllabi for and instruct courses in livestock production and agribusiness.
Participate in student recruitment by visiting schools, putting on exhibits at fairs, expos, trade shows and conventions, speak to groups and respond to program information requests.
Meet and hold classes as scheduled.
Serve as academic advisor to students enrolled in program.
Organize Work-Based Learning (WBL) segment of program, which involves selecting WBL sites, preparing paperwork involved (contracts, evaluation forms, etc.), and visiting students on site during the WBL work experience.
Create, administer, grade and maintain records for exams, projects, activities and reports for evaluation of students in each course.
Maintain test file with items keyed to objectives.
Maintain agribusiness, agriculture education, and animal science program advisory committees.
Establish course offerings and scheduling for curriculum programs (day and evening).
Develop and oversee agriculture program budgets.
Assist Director of Marketing with development of promotional activities and with advertising strategies for the Animal Science, Agribusiness and Agriculture Education programs.
Keep current on subject matter through readings, industry visits, workshops, conventions, seminars, etc.
Participate in the evaluation of and acquisition of instructional materials, audio-visual aids, support and equipment needs.
Assist students with career opportunities.
Participate in professional organizations, attend conferences and workshops as appropriate and maintain professional contacts with instructors in similar instructional areas on other campuses.
Assist in recruitment of students.
Provide assistance and information as needed in preparation for external funding proposals.
Submit institutional reports on timely basis.
Maintain required office hours.
Provide students with written course expectations.
Acquire computer/technology competencies as appropriate to position.
Assist with equipment and software maintenance.
Maintain security of personal computer access.
Perform other professional or job-related duties as assigned.
Serve on college committees.