Adjunct Faculty - Agriculture - Landscape Construction/Design

Location : Killeen-Central Campus
Job Type: Part Time-Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 202500198
Division: Academic Instruction
Department: Agriculture
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Summary of Position

To teach workforce education or certificate courses in Landscape Construction and/or Design. Adjunct faculty members in Agriculture are responsible for providing high-quality instruction in classroom, laboratory, and/or field settings. The instructor supports student learning by delivering engaging course content, assessing student performance, and maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment aligned with the mission of the community college
Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture and/or related discipline from a regionally accredited institution of higher education and three years experience in Landscape construction/design, Agriculture or related industry ORAssociate's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture and/or related discipline from a regionally accredited institution of higher education and five years experience in Landscape construction/design, Agriculture or related industry.
Knowledge Skills and Ability

• An active participant in the Ag industry.
• Knowledge of landscape construction materials, installation methods, site preparation, lighting, water features, general construction details, principles of landscape design, and plan preparation.
• Computer literacy required with ability to use instructional technologies and learning management systems such as Blackboard.
• Ability to communicate with written and oral expertise in the English language.
• Proficiency in the use of agriculture equipment and machinery operation.
• Ability to promote an effective environment for learning in lecture and lab experiences.
• Ability to teach students from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.

Essential Functions

• Deliver effective instruction in Horticulture courses (e.g., Landscape Construction, Landscape Design)
• Utilize instructional technology and the learning management system (LMS) Blackboard for course delivery and communication.
• Preparation of Agriculture curricula; make recommendations for curriculum revisions, equipment purchases, textbooks, etc.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with students regarding expectations, progress, and academic support.
• Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and practical assessments; provide timely feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress and submit certification of roles to registrar by required deadline.
• Adhere to college policies and provide timely, constructive feedback to support student learning and improvement
• Teach courses according to syllabi and textbooks as approved by the department.
• Perform other duties as assigned

EEO Statement

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01

Select the highest degree you have in Horticulture, Agriculture and/or related discipline:

• No degree is specific area
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree

02

How many years of experience do you have in Landscape construction/design, agriculture or a related field?

• No Experience
• Less than 3 Years Experience
• 3 Years Experience
• 4 Years Experience
• 5 Years Experience
• More than 5 Years Experience

03

Are you proficient in horticulture practices and principles?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience using Blackboard, or another LMS?

• Yes
• No

05

Please rate your computer skills and ability to learn new systems:

• Low-Do not easily learn new software systems
• Moderate-Can learn new systems with training
• Advanced-Easily understand and learn new automated processes/software systems

06

Have you taught online, hybrid, or face-to-face agriculture courses?

• No
• Yes

07

Are you a Veteran of the US Armed Forces?

• Yes
• No

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