Teaching Spec-Horticulture
- Employer
- University of Minnesota
- Location
- Twin Cities, Minnesota, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Nov 12, 2024
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Job Details
About the Job
The College of Continuing and Professional Studies (CCAPS) offers the Master of Professional Studies in Horticulture , an applied professional degree designed to offer education in the science of growing plants and complementary courses to support the career-ready knowledge for students engaging in small-scale landscapes, farms, gardens, and other businesses. This position reports to the Director of Graduate Programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide instruction for APS graduate level courses in a variety of modalities
- Work with the Director of Graduate Studies for the HORT program and with CCAPS staff to ensure successful alignment with the program curriculum
- Use industry and content expertise and keep current with research findings, workforce trends, professional ethics, and policies to inform depth and breadth of course content
- Utilize new technologies to enhance curriculum delivery and accessibility to accommodate working adult students
- Utilize pedagogical best practices for diverse working adult learners.
- Must be able to teach at scheduled class times, including evening and weekends and respond to course related student inquiries within 48 hours
- Proven ability to work successfully with diverse groups of people
Required
- A demonstrative skill & commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Master's degree in a related field
- At least 3 semesters of teaching experience or 7 years of professional experience in a field directly related to course instruction
- A PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a field closely related to the course of instruction
- Ten or more years of professional experience in a field directly related to the course of instruction or 5 semesters of teaching experience
- Teaching at the graduate level
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and proven ability to work successfully with diverse groups of people
About the Department
The College of Continuing and Professional Studies (CCAPS) at the University of Minnesota seeks candidates for future instructional positions within the Master of Professional Studies in Horticulture (HORT), a professional program intended for students with a passion for growing plants and interested in advancing their knowledge creating or sustaining small-scale gardens, farms, horticulture businesses, among other areas.
In CCAPS you’ll find a flexible, hybrid work environment and supportive colleagues who are committed to empowering lifelong learners to achieve their educational goals in a learner-centric environment where diverse ideas, backgrounds, and identities are embraced.
CCAPS has a large and diverse portfolio of program offerings, including bachelor’s and master’s degrees, professional development offerings for practitioners, pre-college programs for high school students, English language programs, and lifelong learning for personal enrichment. Across all the work done in and by CCAPS, we strive daily to live our core values of Access, Learning, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Excellence.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: Instructors are paid $2,280 per credit for full enrollment courses. For example, a three credit course at full enrollment would be paid at $6,840 .
Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Please address all required qualifications in either your cover letter or CV/Resume to be considered for the position. Submit a letter of application (Cover Letter), resume, and the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three current professional references.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. This position will remain open until filled.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).
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About the University of Minnesota System
At the University of Minnesota, we provide a thriving community for those with an overwhelming desire to teach, learn, research, and serve. We continually inspire the next great generation of innovators and empower each other during our search for knowledge. In fiscal year 2023, University research expenditures reached $1.35 billion systemwide. Learn more about research at the U of M.
The University of Minnesota has five strong campuses—Crookston, Duluth, Morris, Rochester, and the Twin Cities—supporting one strong state. The U of M system is one of the most comprehensive in the nation, with offerings to meet the interests of every student and the changing needs of our society. We're proud of our land-grant mission of world-class education, groundbreaking research, and community-engaged outreach, and we are unified in our drive to serve Minnesota. Through our Extension outposts, we have a presence in every county in the state.
Benefits of Working at the University of Minnesota
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