What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor, Agriculture (2026-2027) - PTT position at Southeast Community College?
Department
Agriculture
Location
Beatrice
Job Category
Faculty
Job Type
PT
Posting Number
02194
Position End Date
Position Summary Information
General Description of Position
Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean & the Program Chair, the adjunct instructor is responsible for developing and implementing various courses in a classroom and laboratory setting. Teaching assignments for this position will include courses in the Agriculture Program (including, but not limited to, Ag Management, Livestock, Precision Ag, and Horticulture and Turfgrass). This is a part-time, temporary position and is part of a pooled adjunct faculty posting for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Essential Functions
The instructor is responsible for writing course objectives, implementing appropriate teaching strategies, advising students, monitoring and evaluating student progress, and keeping accurate and timely student records. Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to, various aspects of the Agriculture program.
- Provide instruction and develop courses in assigned subject areas.
- Practice and encourage safety.
- Provide instruction to a diverse student population according to the objectives of each course in the program.
- This instructor will utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom/laboratory that include, but are not limited to, lecture, small groups, indoor and outdoor demonstrations, and laboratory activities.
- Prepare and administer student evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress in a timely manner.
- Remain current in events and developments related to the subject area. Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through supplemental sources such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study.
- Participate in division and college meetings and committees.
- Participate in program Workforce Leadership Team (WLT) meetings.
- Maintain the security of college vehicles, equipment, facilities, and materials.
- Serve as an Academic Advisor for students. Tasks included in this area are: advising students on their academic progress, courses needed for graduation, and division/college policies and procedures; and generally serving as the first line of communication between students and the college staff.
- Develop and/or revise course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies on the approved college curriculum form. In addition, the instructor will develop, revise, and maintain classroom/laboratory policies, grading structures, and strategies. This instructor will review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks for course use.
- Function as a Member of the Utility Agriculture program, Advanced Technologies & Skilled Trades Division, Instructional Division, and SCC teams.
- Interact with colleagues, students, staff, supervisors, and the public in a manner that will project a positive image of the program and the College, and which promotes/facilitates instructional services such as recruitment, placement, and orientation as assigned. This includes support of SCC Policies, Goals, and Strategic Plans.
- Maintain and upgrade classroom/laboratory instructional facilities and equipment. Responsible for verifying maintenance of facilities and equipment to ensure that it is kept in safe and proper working order for student use.
- Individualized Development Plan (New Instructors): Each new instructor will develop an individualized development plan in cooperation with the Vice President of Instruction or his/her designee.
Promote a Culture of Belonging
Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.
Marginal Functions
- Operate and utilize as part of the teaching process appropriate audio-visual equipment, computers, and learning management system(s), including but not limited to PowerPoint, Microsoft Office products, Canvas, etc.
- Provide information and data that will assist in the preparation of budgets, course schedules, vehicle condition reports, MAP Goals, assessment reports, and other required reports.
- Serve as a substitute instructor within the Agriculture Division when needed, as assigned by the Associate Dean or Program Chair.
- Serve as a technical advisor from the Livestock Management & Production program to assist other programs at the College.
- Perform other related duties within the division/program as assigned.
- May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
- Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
- Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Possess specific knowledge and experience in the Agriculture field, specific to the program area.
- Specific Supervision
- Ability to maintain a classroom/laboratory environment that is conducive to learning, including the ability to maintain proper order.
- Ability to interact with colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors in a positive and cooperative manner.
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication competencies necessary to conduct classroom and laboratory instruction in working with a diverse student population.
- Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom, laboratory, Internet, and/or distance learning to simulate as closely as possible real business and industry processes.
- Ability to evaluate lab activities completed by students as objectively as possible.
- Prepare tests and quizzes that are pertinent to the demonstration delivered and the laboratory experiences provided, and present them on a regular basis. Score and return tests, quizzes, and other assigned work within a short time to keep students informed of their progress.
- Ability to organize and present course material in a logical and timely manner using effective communication skills and to prepare and provide this information for various classroom formats, including an online course management system (CANVAS).
- Ability to research in the required skill area taught, to acquire knowledge, facts, or related information that can be used in classroom lecture presentations and lab application demonstrations. Skill in acquiring this information from printed materials, books, resource people, Agriculture associations, or the Internet, if necessary.
- Will conduct classroom and laboratory sessions for the clock hours described by the course descriptions for all classes assigned to teach.
- Participate in the development and implementation of College recruiting activities designed to attract students to an Agriculture career.
- Participate as a cooperative team member of the Ag faculty, working together to strengthen the program, respond to the needs of industry for the preparation of student workers, and demonstrate the need for students to develop a positive work ethic for successful employment.
- Ability to stand for a two (2) hour period.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.
- Ability to use basic computer skills.
- Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.
- The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agriculture Education, or a closely related field.
- Two (2) years of recent verifiable work experience in the agriculture business.
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in an Agriculture, Education, or related field.
- Teaching and/or technical instruction experience.
- Two (2) years of recent verifiable experience in management.
Salary
TBD
Benefits
Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.
Schedule
This is a part-time, temporary position with assignments based on program needs.
Posting Detail Information
Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.
Open Date
07/01/2026
Close Date
06/30/2027
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open on an as-needed basis. Applications will remain in the open pool, and applicants will be contacted based on the department’s needs at the time of submission. If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete an application, contact Human Resources at 402-323-3392.