Horticulture Instructor

Position Type:
CTE/Career and Technical Education

Date Posted:
5/13/2026

Location:
CATE
Job Description


Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. The Horticulture program is a series of prescribed courses that provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the horticulture and agriculture industry. Horticulture delivers industry-based instruction that develops student competencies leading to postsecondary education and employment. Students develop knowledge and skills necessary to care for a variety of plants, greenhouse and garden management, and an understanding of business and marketing concepts. Students may be eligible to obtain certifications and internships in many of the areas of Horticulture.


CTE teacher responsibilities:


• Provide instruction in Agricultural Science/ Horticulture with a Golf Course Management Focus. The courses include Intro to Horticulture, Golf Course Technology, Landscape Technology, and Turf and Lawn Management.
• May require additional time to work provide FFA leadership training and FFA instruction and assistance for students.
• Provide safety instruction to prevent job related accidents.
• Help students develop work related skills (soft skills) and a strong work ethic.
• Identify, select, and purchase equipment and supplies necessary to support classroom instruction within budget constraints.
• Assist with and maintain active Alumni and Advisory Committees and hold regular meetings with both groups to improve the Horticulture Program
• Collaborate with community and local Agri-Businesses throughout the year for classroom and FFA opportunities
• Set and maintain standards for student behavior that establishes a positive learning environment.
• Develop job shadow and intern opportunities for students.
• Assess students on a regular basis and provide feedback to enable them and their parents to monitor their progress.


QUALIFICATIONS-

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture from an accredited college or university
• Career and Technical Education certification (The district will assist with this process)

• Knowledge in Horticulture, Golf Technology and Turf & Lawn Management, and FFA leadership
• Must have the ability and desire to commit to maintaining a strong, active FFA chapter


PREFERRED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture or other Related Field
• Previous employment experience in industry such as commercial nursery/greenhouse production, landscaping, tree planter and be familiar with methods for field and container production, as well as sustainable practices like hydroponics, botany, cycles of life, insects, natural pest management, companion planting, plant communities, nutrition and health
• Excellent planning, organization, written and verbal communication skills
• High-level problem solving skills
• Computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Team and detail oriented
  
  
  Bilingual in Spanish and English (preference)