Workforce Solutions Adjunct Instructor/Instructional Designer - Virginia Certified Horticulturist Program

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Working Title Workforce Solutions Adjunct Instructor/Instructional Designer - Virginia Certified Horticulturist Program Role Title Workforce Solutions Adjunct Instructor - Virginia Certified Horticulturist Program Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 292A9999 Agency Central Virginia Community College Division Central Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Lynchburg - 680 Hiring Range Pay rate for non-credit courses is commensurate with education, experience and qualifications Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule
Varies
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Central Virginia Community College is located in Lynchburg, Virginia, in view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. CVCC is a comprehensive two-year institution of higher education with an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students in occupational/technical programs and university-parallel/college transfer programs.

Central Virginia Community College is recruiting for a workforce adjunct instructor to design and teach the new FastForward Virginia Certified Horticulturist Program. Instructors must have experience in plant cultivation and landscape design.

The Virginia Certified Horticulturist Program Adjunct Instructors are responsible for, but not limited to, teaching, and developing curriculum/course material for the courses and offering student support through interaction.

• Update and refine course curriculum and course materials of the Virginia Certified Horticulturist Program to meet learning outcomes and promote students’ active participation in learning.
• Collaborate with other educators and industry experts to enhance the horticulture curriculum.
• Recommend program equipment, supplies, materials, textbooks, and other items for purchase and use, monitor the safety and quality of instructional materials.
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans on horticulture topics to include, but not limited to:
  • Gardening techniques, landscape design, and greenhouse management.
  • Principles of plant science include plant growth, development, nutrition, pests and diseases, fertilizers, and soil management.
  • Basic tools for landscaping, hardscaping, and greenhouse management.
  • Irrigation basics.
  • Pesticide application and safety.
  • Reading plans.
  • Green Industry.
  • Current industry trend.
  • Customer Service, Leadership, and Career Readiness.
• Foster a safe and organized environment that respects the diversity of people and ideas by modeling respect for all students and conveying confidence in every student’s ability to learn.
• Employ a variety of formative and summative assessments to ensure that classroom instruction leads to student learning and the attainment of the student learning outcomes for the course.
• Use technology effectively to communicate with students and colleagues, teach online as needed, and enhance classroom learning as appropriate.

• Organize and oversee horticulture projects, field trips, and other experiential learning
opportunities in collaboration with regional employers and industry partners.

• Assessing students’ understanding and performance and providing constructive feedback.
• Advising and mentoring students on their career paths in horticulture.
• Assign grades.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in the field of horticulture.
• Ensure all teaching material and methods comply with the education regulations and policies.

Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Current Virginia Certified Horticulturist certification, Certified Professional Horticulturist, Associate Professional Horticulturist, or Practicing Professional Horticulturist required within six months of employment.

Current Registered Technician Pesticide Applicator’s License, Virginia Certified Fertilizer Applicator Training, and Proven Winners Certified Garden Center Training required within no later than six months of employment.

Demonstrated knowledge of the field relevant to plant basics, soils, plant propagation, edging and mulching, seed and sod and erosion control, plant and insect disease, pesticides, equipment, pruning, irrigation, reading plans and using scales, current industry trends, green industry, and leadership.

Mentoring, teaching, and/or training experience.
Effective communication and presentation skills, patience, and the ability to inspire and motivate students.
Maintain active and current license, certifications, and professional development.
Proven technological proficiency, which may include Microsoft Office 365 applications.
The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, staff, and industry partners.
Additional Considerations
Education in relevant discipline from an accredited college or university.
Experience supervising, mentoring, training, and/or teaching in the horticulture industry.

Ability to complete training and become proficient with Canvas/Distance Education

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
Minimal, may involve travel to local nurseries and landscaping companies.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ADJ_1978P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies multiple Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 09/26/2024 Job Close Date 10/26/2024 Open Until Filled Agency Website Click Here for Agency Website Contact Name Francie Dye Email dyef@centralvirginia.edu Phone Number 434-832-7765 Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System is accepting applications for the following position: Go to jobs.vccs.edu for more information and to apply. Applications only accepted online. Full background check required. The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.