To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: 

Kirkwood Community College is seeking an instructor in Agricultural Business.  Under minimal supervision, the instructor is responsible for fostering student learning in the areas of Agricultural Business, Farm Management, and Accounting within the Agricultural Sciences Department. A minimum course load of 15 credit hours per semester is required. Teaching load will be assigned by the Dean and may include evening courses as well as distance learning courses utilizing online or hybrid formats. Teaching responsibilities may include but are not limited to Farm Business Management, Farm Records, Employment Seminar, Applied Ag Concepts, and Professionalism in Agriculture. There is potential to teach some Precision Farming coursework. Individual must evaluate, record, and report student achievement and progress in assigned courses in accordance with department, division, and college policies and procedures. Responsibilities will also include advising Ag Business Club, overseeing internships, program recruitment, program reporting, and providing assistance in the development and implementation of departmental initiatives. Individual will be responsible for meeting the goals and objectives of an individual Professional Preparation Plan as outlined in the College's Quality Faculty Plan.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. 
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. 
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success. 
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence. 

• Effectively organize, prepare, and teach assigned courses in accordance with established syllabi.
• Prepare and maintain accurate course syllabi and course  documents for each course taught.
• Evaluate and record student performance/achievement on a regular basis and provide students with timely feedback.
• Participate in student learning assessment projects.
• Advise Ag Business Club.
• Oversee Internship Program
• Program recruitment and marketing.
• Maintain established office hours and meet with students as necessary.
• Collaborate in the development, assessment, and revision of curriculum.
• Assist in conducting Program Annual Review
• Participate in the development and/or execution of departmental tasks and projects in the area of instruction or instructional support.
• Regularly engage in professional development activities and actively seek information about developing trends and ideas.
• Participate in committee work and continual improvement through service to the college. 
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences. 
• Be able and willing to represent the college in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve.
• Be able and willing to deliver courses in alternative delivery times and methods as required by the department, including evening and online courses.
• Possess the ability to organize and present various concepts to a wide range of students with varying backgrounds and abilities, and adjust teaching techniques accordingly.
• Maintain a minimum of five office hours per week and be available on an as-needed basis for student questions and discussions regarding their performance.
• Possess a working knowledge of personal computers, the internet, and educational media.
• Establish and maintain good working relationship with students, colleagues, staff, administrators, and the general public.
• Be a creative, energetic, and self-motivated individual who demonstrates leadership and collaborative work habits within the department and in active participation in college committees. 
• Read, understand, and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing. 

• Associate’s degree in agricultural business or other agriculture related discipline is required with at least three years of recent and relevant full-time work experience in the agriculture industry.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in agricultural business or other agriculture related discipline is preferred with at least three years of recent and relevant full-time work experience in the agriculture industry.
• Teaching experience in a student-centered environment. 
• Community College experience

EEO/AA STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404,319-398-5572, equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone:(312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

WHY KIRKWOOD:
Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.