Assistant Instructor-Fixed Term Cass, Michigan, United States, 49031 Agricultural Technology Institute 10002042 Area of Interest: Agriculture Area of Interest: Education/Training Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%) Group: Fixed Term Academic Staff Union/Non-Union: Non-Union Faculty/Academic Staff Opening on: Nov 3 2025 Closing at: Nov 3 2027 - 23:55 EDT Salary Commensurate with Experience College Of Agriculture
And Nat Resources 1092049 Position Summary There are 3 positions open, one at each of these different locations: Muskegon Community College in Muskegon, MI., West Shore Community College in Scottville, MI, and Southwestern Michigan College in Dowagiac, MI. Instructional responsibilities include teaching HRT 206 - Training and Pruning Plants (1 credit) for the Institute of Agricultural Technology for spring semester.
The course will be delivered at one of the above locations, The course dates are January 12, 2026 - April 26, 2026. Class meets weekly, face to face for 1 hour and 50 minutes. This position is planned to reoccur every other spring semester in the even years. Course description: Principles and techniques of pruning for landscape and nursery ornamentals, Christmas tree production, tree fruits, and small fruits. Pruning
practices, equipment, and basic large tree care techniques Course Objectives: Understand plant anatomy and biology as it pertains to training and pruning techniques Evaluate and apply training and pruning practices to trees, shrubs and perennials in landscape and nursery industries and tree fruit and small fruit production systems. Understand and explain the economic importance of training and pruning. Recognize and
understand climbing techniques and pruning as it relates to large tree care Position is planned to recur every Spring Semester Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Bachelors
-Horticulture or related field Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in horticulture or related field. Experience in development and assessment of learning outcomes Undergraduate teaching experience and a passion for teaching Required Application Materials Applicants may apply for one of these positions via the link: https://jobs.msu.edu Include: Letter of application/interest and for what location Current resume
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