Agriculture Instructor

North Iowa Area Community College•Mason City, IA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The instructor is responsible for delivering agriculture and agronomy instruction, facilitating student learning and success, and developing curriculum and strategies that address the needs of students, industry partners, and the agricultural community. Instruction will be delivered across multiple modalities and pedagogical approaches, including classroom-based instruction and experiential, hands-on learning opportunities. In consultation with the Dean, the instructor will oversee farm lab crop activities, ensuring effective support for daily operations. The instructor will engage in agriculture and agronomy initiatives, including community outreach, student recruitment, and industry partnerships.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture required.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Agronomy emphasis preferred.
Previous collegiate teaching experience, including demonstrated effectiveness in student engagement, curriculum development, and assessment of learning outcomes with a commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy also preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, deliver, and assess instruction across various formats (in-person, online, hybrid, and off-campus).
Develop and update curricula, select textbooks, track assessment data, and ensure alignment with industry standards.
Engage in continuous professional development and participate in institutional and academic affairs.
May be assigned to teach other courses for which qualifications are met.
Maintain regular office hours and provide academic support to students in person or online.
Create a supportive learning environment and promote student success through clear communication and effective instructional strategies.
Support student organizations and activities.
Actively participate in student recruitment and retention efforts, contribute to marketing initiatives, and cultivate relationships with industry and educational partners, high schools, and the community.
Maintain strong organizational skills, demonstrate reliability, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by Dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Oversee farm lab operations, including planting, scouting, fertilization, pest control, harvest, and marketing.
Supervise work-study students and lab assistants.
Work in indoor/outdoor settings, operate farm equipment as needed, and travel for outreach, recruitment, and off-campus instruction.
Perform in a manner which strengthens the coordination and cooperation of all organizational components of the College, including opportunities for student recruitment.
Adhere to all NIACC policies and procedures, including the faculty agreement.
Maintain a positive attitude and respect for others when working with all NIACC departments, employees, students, partners, and the public.