Full-Time Horticulture Instructor | Richmond Correctional Institution
Richmond Community College
Laurinburg, NC 28352, USA
Published 3 weeks ago
Full time
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : 600 McLean Street, Laurinburg, NC 28352, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00339
Division: Workforce and Economic Development
Department: Adult Education
Opening Date: 03/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
General Description:
Under general supervision of the Dean of Adult Education, the purpose of this position is to provide a comprehensive Horticulture instructional program committed to quality teaching and successful student achievement. Responsible for providing classroom instruction; administering tests; evaluating student performance and maintaining accurate documentation as required by state standards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Position Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong communication and organizational skills required. Must be at ease working in a correctional setting with inmates, flexible, organized with attention to details, assertive, possess excellent communication and effective interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with possible conflict in a calm, orderly manner. Must be able to work as part of a team and must value collaboration; possess excellent teaching skills and an educational philosophy that is compatible with the mission of the community college.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Education Minimum: Associate Degree in Horticulture, Agriculture or closely related field or a combination of degree and 4 years of work experience in Horticulture or Master Gardening.
Experience Minimum: Experience in Landscape Design, Turf Culture, Irrigation Methods, Business Marketing and Greenhouse Production
Experience Preferred: Prior teaching experience in a general population. Extensive knowledge of plant science to include both organic and conventional gardening, emphasizing native plants.
Application Process:
To apply for a vacant position, complete the Richmond Community College application and submit itwith photocopies or unofficial copies of your College transcripts. For positions where a high school diploma or equivalent isthe highest required degree, then proof of high school/equivalency is required. Application and review process can befound on the RCC website. No action will be taken on submission of a resume or letter of interest only. Incomplete files willnot be considered. Successful applicant must pass a complete background check.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Equal Opportunity Employer
Richmond Community College offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Location : 600 McLean Street, Laurinburg, NC 28352, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00339
Division: Workforce and Economic Development
Department: Adult Education
Opening Date: 03/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
General Description:
Under general supervision of the Dean of Adult Education, the purpose of this position is to provide a comprehensive Horticulture instructional program committed to quality teaching and successful student achievement. Responsible for providing classroom instruction; administering tests; evaluating student performance and maintaining accurate documentation as required by state standards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop curricula and plan course content and methods of instruction.
- Prepare outlines of instructional programs and training schedules and establish course goals in cooperation with the correctional facilities.
- Teach and demonstrate principles, techniques, procedures, and methods appropriate to horticulture.
- Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and suggest improvement.
- Administer oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and evaluate training effectiveness.
- Supervise and monitor students' use of tools and equipment.
- Complete and maintain records, including student registration, grades, and attendance.
- Responsible for the care and welfare of all plants maintained on site.
- Responsible for the ordering of all plants, food, bedding, tools, and equipment required for the garden or greenhouse operations.
- Maintains cleanliness of class/grounds/labs area
- Maintain security of tools and equipment
- Other duties as assigned.
- Adhere to college and correctional facilities' rules/policies/procedures.
Position Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong communication and organizational skills required. Must be at ease working in a correctional setting with inmates, flexible, organized with attention to details, assertive, possess excellent communication and effective interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with possible conflict in a calm, orderly manner. Must be able to work as part of a team and must value collaboration; possess excellent teaching skills and an educational philosophy that is compatible with the mission of the community college.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Education Minimum: Associate Degree in Horticulture, Agriculture or closely related field or a combination of degree and 4 years of work experience in Horticulture or Master Gardening.
Experience Minimum: Experience in Landscape Design, Turf Culture, Irrigation Methods, Business Marketing and Greenhouse Production
Experience Preferred: Prior teaching experience in a general population. Extensive knowledge of plant science to include both organic and conventional gardening, emphasizing native plants.
Application Process:
To apply for a vacant position, complete the Richmond Community College application and submit itwith photocopies or unofficial copies of your College transcripts. For positions where a high school diploma or equivalent isthe highest required degree, then proof of high school/equivalency is required. Application and review process can befound on the RCC website. No action will be taken on submission of a resume or letter of interest only. Incomplete files willnot be considered. Successful applicant must pass a complete background check.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Equal Opportunity Employer
Richmond Community College offers a comprehensive benefits package.