SUMMARY:

Responsible for instructing and facilitating student mastery of the course competencies and curriculum. Supports all facets of the learning environment as demonstrated by institutionally prescribed curriculum and learning assessments. Through preparation and learner centered instruction, delivers career education that will support graduates in meeting the evolving needs of the employment market. Fosters a culture of learning that encourages and values mutual responsibility and respect, ethics, life-long learning, diversity, and professional and personal development.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Three years of progressive experience within the program specific industry required; MS Office skills; valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and an insurable driver’s record required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience providing training or classroom instruction preferred. Industry specific certifications or licensure may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach with hands and arms, hear, and use hands to handle, or feel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee performs duties under a variety of environmental conditions both indoors and outdoors. Some worksites may include extremes in environmental temperatures. Horticulture Technology Instructors must be able to tolerate proper use of common greenhouse chemicals or airborne agents. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color perception, close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential duties and responsibilities include, and are not strictly limited to, the following:

LABORATORY AND FIELD WORK RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Stays abreast of industry related technological advancements through professional affiliations, reviewing industry publications and continuing education. Incorporates new material into curriculum.
• Provides a safe working environment for students to ensure proper use of chemicals, materials, and equipment.
• Develops, implements, and fosters effective and responsible safe laboratory practices.
• Monitors and maintains records for all safety procedures and equipment.
• Guards against the performance of any unauthorized experiments and activities. Documents all incidences as required.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and supplies including chemicals, glassware, kits, and SDS sheets. Properly and safely stores chemicals, materials, and equipment.
• Maintains accurate records of inventory (chemicals, materials, and equipment), technical documentation and instructional equipment.
• Stays abreast of technological advancements industry wide and incorporates new information into curricula as appropriate.
• Evaluates student progress. Provides feedback to students and other faculty and staff in a timely manner. As needed, develops, and implements student improvement plans.
• As necessary, transports students to field trips or other offsite events using corporate vehicle.
• Exhibits understanding and internalization of company values: influence, respect, listen, shape, and embrace.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this position.