Farm Operations & Management Instructor
About The Position
Northland Community and Technical College seeks a part-time, unlimited Farm Operations & Management Instructor dedicated to excellence in teaching and student success. This faculty role follows a full-time teaching schedule from late October/early November through late March/early April, aligning with the Farm Operations & Management program’s abbreviated-semester structure. Level of minimum guarantee. the minimum percentage level of guarantee of this unlimited part position is .50 FTE. The successful candidate will embrace innovative, student-centered instruction and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive academic environment. Plan, develop, and deliver curriculum aligned with Northland’s Farm Operations & Management program outcomes, emphasizing practical agricultural skills, business management, and technology integration. Instructor needs to incorporate hands-on, real-world farm management applications consistent with Northland's program design, including production decision-making, financial analysis, and use of farm management tools.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in agriculture, agriculture education, finance, economics or business.
- Four full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid work experience in agricultural production, agricultural management, or agricultural extension services.
- One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.
- Must submit CV or resume, and unofficial transcripts.
- Applicants that do not submit the required application materials (CV/Resume and Official Transcripts) will not be considered.
- In accordance with the Minnesota State’s Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MinnState’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
- The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- A minimum of two years' experience teaching.
- Coursework in teaching pedagogies and preparation in principled and methods of evaluation.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population.
- Be knowledgeable about methods of instruction, testing and evaluation of students.
Responsibilities
- Deliver instruction using a variety of methods including on-site, online and/or hybrid-blended for a wide range of students, including traditional, developmental, adult, concurrent enrollment learners.
- Conduct classroom and lab assessment/evaluation activities.
- Mentor and advise students.
- Maintain consistent communication with students through office hours, email, and telephone.
- Plan, develop, and deliver curriculum.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website studentaid.gov).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
