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Under the supervision of the Dean of Community Education or designee, while located at the Mequon Campus and surrounding areas, to plan, develop and revise a program of instruction and to teach landscape-horticulture through a variety of modalities. Subject matter includes any landscape horticulture topics. Related duties include acquisition of supplies and equipment, and upkeep of laboratory facilities and equipment.

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program/department evaluation.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance.
• Advise students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with advisory committee in program/department area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program/department, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to promote educational opportunities at MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program/department evaluation and follow-up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Only those who meet all of the base minimum requirements listed below will be considered.
Minimum Educational Requirements:
Must have one of the following:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Landscape Horticulture or in a closely related field listed below, OR
• Associate's degree in Landscape Horticulture or in a closely related field listed below with a bachelor's degree in any discipline, OR
• Associate's degree in Landscape Horticulture or in a closely related field listed below with at least seven (7) years ((14,000 hours) experience and training, which includes one year of Supervision/Management in Landscape Horticulture

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of full-time or equivalent (4,000 hours) experience in Landscape Horticulture; Landscape Architecture; Agriculture Economics; Plant Pathology; Arboriculture; Forestry; Horticulture Education; Landscape Contracting; Sports Turf; Woody Ornamental Horticulture; Pomology; Agronomy (Turf Emphasis); Environmental Horticulture; Environmental Studies; Horticulture Turf; Soil Science; Horticulture Production; Landscape Design; Horticulture Communication; Horticulture Biological Studies; Horticulture Chemistry; Horticulture Business; Plant Breeding Genetics; Plant Growth; Horticulture Science; Horticulture Education & Therapy; Landscape Management; Graphic Design; Botany and Architecture.

• In addition, one of the following must also be met:
  • At least one year (2,000 hours) of work experience must have occurred within the last five years, OR
  • At least two years (4,000 hours) of teaching in one or more of the areas listed above at the post-secondary level within the last five years.

• Pesticide Application Certified by WDATCP (Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection)
• National Association of Landscape Professionals, NALP Certified in any of the NALP Industry Certifications
• International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Classroom Management
• Planning/Organization
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Teaching Methodology
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Professional Contributions

• Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

• Online Information Management Systems - Experience with INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
• Blackboard - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems
• Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
• Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)

Start Date:
This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and is available to start in the fall semester on or around August 18th, 2024

Hours:/Location:
This position is up to a .5 FTE and the number of hours and shift worked per week will vary based on course load and departmental need. This in-person teaching opportunity and will be located at our Mequon campus.

Salary:
Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2023/2024 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity.

Interviews:
Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position and will be notified.

Applications: All applicants (internal and external) must complete a thorough online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience listed on the job application only so please include complete work history. Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if a candidate is selected for the position.