Adjunct Faculty-Advanced Precision Agriculture-Hybrid

About this position

Function: To perform instructional and other related duties in the Precision Agriculture AGRC 238 Advanced Precision Agriculture course in Spring 2027 semester. The course is hybrid with online content as well as meeting in-person on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. from 01/11/2027 to 04/11/2027. Organizational Relationship: Adjunct faculty member reports to the Dean of Career and Technical Education, who reports to the Provost/Vice President of Instructional Services, who reports to the President. Qualifications for the Position Required: Certification and/or credential in the field of Precision Agriculture Minimum of 2,000 hours non-teaching relevant work experience in precision agriculture Experience implementing precision agriculture technologies including UAS, yield monitors, field mapping, remote sensing, and data collection. Commitment to student-centered learning and the use of technology and innovation in the delivery of instruction through various modes of delivery such as face-to-face, online, hybrid, and/or blended formats. Excellent communication, organization, planning, and presentation skills. Ability to work independently as well as promote and foster a teamwork environment with entire college community. Commitment to community college philosophy. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Precision Agriculture or closely related technical field Experience with PIX4Dfields software Previous teaching experience Essential Functions: · Perform instructional duties as assigned for subject area. · Remain abreast of current trends, technologies and information in subject area. · Prepare or update syllabi as needed for all courses in which the faculty member has instructional responsibilities. · Recommend textbooks and equipment, which the instructor deems necessary in instructional assignments. · Ensure classroom/lab area has sufficient inventory of supplies to be used for instructional purposes. · Maintain a safe, clean and orderly environment conducive for learning. · Maintain attendance and grade records and provide these records for review as requested. · Perform assessment of student learning and participate in college wide assessment program. · Communicate with department faculty regularly to ensure consistency in curriculum, assessment, etc. · Report absences from assigned responsibilities promptly to the Academic Dean. · Ensure access to students and college employees through timely communication. · Promote an educational environment that recognizes and values diversity, equity, and inclusion as integral components of academic excellence. Other Functions: Perform other related duties as assigned Supervisory Controls: Adjunct Faculty member is expected to work independently with a minimum amount of supervision. Consultation as necessary is available with Program/Discipline Coordinator or the Academic Dean. Guidelines: Adjunct Faculty member is expected to follow all college policies and procedures as well as all local, state, and federal laws. Adjunct Faculty member is expected to adhere to and foster development of Kaskaskia College core values of learning, respect, excellence, access, diversity, integrity, and community. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Duties will be performed in an academic environment consistent with the program of study and the needs of the student. Environment may be prone to frequent distractions and interruptions. Travel within the college district, as well as occasional overnight travel may be required as necessary to perform the duties of the position.

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