Correctional Horticulture Instructor at Lincoln Correctional Center - Lake Land College, IL : Job Details

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Horticulture Certificate programEssential Job Functions:

* In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review

* Maintain hourly count check on students

* In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean

* Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials books required commodities and supplies to Associate Dean for approval

* Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean

* Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers

* Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch)

* Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift

* Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time

* Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty

* Assist in registration as needed

* Consider the general and special needs of the student. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services

* Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College

* Conduct oneself in a professional manner

* Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences

* Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics

* Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment

* Prepare EGGC forms task lists and attendance reports as required

* Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College

* Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations

* Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures

* Maintain equipment assigned to area

Education Requirements:

* Associate Degree preferred

Experience Requirements:

Teaching Experience Desired. Experience in Horticulture Required

Knowledge:

Operation of Computerized Green house

Skills:

Must be able to perform landscaping, compute landscape material requirements, design landscapes, propagate and maintain green plants and shrubs. Must have good communication skills

Personal Requirements:

Good Interpersonal Skills