Adjunct Instructor, Agroecology

Job Summary

The Adjunct Instructor Agroecology is a part-time non-benefited position responsible for developing and delivering engaging course content. This position facilitates learning through lectures discussions labs assignments and assessments aligned with the colleges curriculum and academic standards. The Adjunct Instructor collaborates with department staff to ensure course materials and delivery meet the needs of the student population.

Compensation: $900 per credit hour.

Priority Screening Date: Position is open until filled.

Starting Date: As soon as practical after the hiring process.

Principal Responsibilities and Results KSAs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: this position is exempt and is not eligible for compensatory or overtime pay provisions of the FLSA. This listing of essential duties is not all-inclusive but representative other duties may be assigned).

Instructors will be expected to complete the following outcomes in the designated discipline of Agroecology.

• Maximizes student engagement and success by employing methods that develop student understanding of the values practices and procedures within a designated discipline and by engaging students in interdisciplinary practices to develop 21st-century learners.
• Prepares and delivers assigned courses by employing high-impact teaching practices in a learning environment that promotes respect and rapport.
• Facilitates student achievement by maintaining clear expectations and defined learning outcomes.
• Promotes learning through the innovative implementation of effective classroom technologies.
• Evaluates student engagement and success through formative and summative assessment.
• Maintains professionalism by embodying the values ethics and behavior codes of LCCC and ones discipline.
• Demonstrates social competence and effective communication in professional and academic venues.

Other tasks may be assigned based on contemporary institutional needs .

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design teaching and instruction for individuals and groups and the measurement of training effects.
• Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing managing files and records designing forms and workplace terminology.
• Knowledge of media production communication and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative way to inform and entertain via written oral and visual media.
• (Also add agriculture-specific items i.e. Knowledge of plant and animal organisms their tissues cells functions interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.)
• Accounting Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principles.
• Biology Knowledge of plant and animal organisms their tissues cells functions interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment. Budget Control Knowledge of budget control methods policies and procedures.
• Computers Knowledge of operation of computers
• Education and Training Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design teaching and instruction for individuals and groups and the measurement of training effects.
• Regulatory Compliance Knowledge of laws regulations and standards applicable to the job. Please specify (e.g. OSHA FERPA Title IX etc.)

Skills

• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
• Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Active Listening- Giving full attention to what other people are saying taking time to understand the points being made asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself other individuals or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Time Management - Managing ones own time and the time of others.
• Analytical Skills Capacity to analyze data identify trends and make informed decisions based on findings.
• Communication Strong verbal and written communication skills including the capacity to convey complex information clearly.
• Conflict Management Use of tools skills and processes to find respectful and creative ways to resolve disputes and disagreements.
• Interpersonal Skills Ability to interact effectively with others build relationships and manage interpersonal dynamics.
• Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Management of Financial Resources Determining how money will be spent to get the work done and accounting for these expenditures.
• Organization Ability to organize tasks resources and workflows efficiently.
• Teamwork and Collaboration Ability to work effectively as part of a team contributing to group goals and fostering a collaborative environment.

Abilities

• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem only recognizing that there is a problem.
• Attention to Detail The ability to observe analyze and comprehend even the most minute aspects of a task or situation.
• Communication The ability to effectively express your thoughts ideas and messages to diverse people in oral and written form. Public speaking skills and ability to write/edit emails letters and technical reports.
• Professionalism Capable of representing the organization in a professional manner adapting to various situations with maturity and maintaining confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• Time Sharing - The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information.
• Visualization The ability to imagine how something will look after it Is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

• There may be occurrences of interacting with employees and/or students past employees and/or students members of the general public and others who express opinions may exhibit strong emotions which will require the employee to interact professionally diplomatically and appropriately in such situations
• While performing the essential duties of this position an employee would frequently be required to move around the assigned work areas as well as within hallways meeting rooms and other parts of the campus facilities
• There may be multiple/daily instances of prolonged sitting standing and personal computer use which would include keyboard and/or mouse usage as well as viewing a computer monitor
• An employee must be able lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision distance vision and ability to adjust focus
• The overall work environment requires the mental ability to shift focal point quickly due to interruptions; an employee must be able to mentally track multiple projects and tasking as well
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however there may be instances of somewhat loud environments.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this position and/or may be encountered while performing essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in agriculture or related discipline from a regionally accredited institution
• Two years of experience in agriculture or related industry work
• Valid drivers license and ability to meet the colleges insurance eligibility requirements
• One year of instructional/teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Agriculture or related discipline from a regionally accredited institution
• Experience with web-based learning management systems
• Willingness and ability to apply technology to problem solving in equine contexts
• Two or more years of college-level teaching experience
• Two or more years of work experience in an applied field
• Willingness to explore and integrate AI tools and technologies to enhance problem-solving productivity and innovation within the discipline.

Notes

If you are selected for the position your appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. LCCC reserves the right to end this employment agreement should the results of your background investigation not be successful.

LCCC DOES NOT SPONSOR H1B VISAS.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Laramie County Community College is an EEO/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color national origin religion sex pregnancy marital status age physical or mental disability or covered veteran status.

The college has a designated person to monitor compliance and to answer any questions regarding the colleges nondiscrimination policies. Please contact: Title IX Title VI and ADA Coordinator Suite 205 Clay Pathfinder Building 1400 E College Drive Cheyenne WY.778.1144 . Contact information for the regional Office for Civil Rights is: Office for Civil Rights Denver Office U.S. Department of Education Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building 1244 Speer Boulevard Suite 310 Denver CO 80204-.844.5695 . Updated 6/2025.

Required Experience:

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