Part Time Horticulture​/Cannabis Instructor

Part Time Horticulture/Cannabis Instructor Please see Special Instructions for more details.

SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:

• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• resume
• unofficial transcripts
• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

Position Title
Part Time Horticulture/Cannabis Instructor

Position Category
Faculty

Position Status
FLSA Exempt

Advertised Salary

Department
Business & STEM

Working Hours

SUNY Niagara has a need for a part time Instructor to teach various courses in the Horticulture/Cannabis program.

• Cannabis:
  Society, Policy, and Compliance
• Cannabis Pest Management
• Cannabis Production
• Biology of Cannabis
• Medical Applications of Cannabis
• Cannabis Products and Technologies
• Intro to Biochemistry of Cannabis

Classes are held on the Sanborn, NY campus.

Remuneration for persons teaching at least 3 credits in a semester: $960 per lecture hour/$860 per lab hour.

In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates to meet our present and future needs for this position, SUNY Niagara will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at this time. Applications are evaluated on an as-needed basis, and candidates will be contacted when the department has an opening. Candidates who submit their information may or may not be notified as to the status of their application.

• Teach courses in the delivery format agreed upon (face-to-face, face-to-face with Zoom option, hyflex, hybrid, blended, or online)
• Hold office hours (in person or virtual as appropriate)
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester

Additional duties and responsibilities will be reviewed during interview.

Ability to work with, and teach a diverse student population. Ability to speak in front of groups of people. Must be able to effectively communicate with students, co-workers, supervisors and the campus community. Must be able to develop, prepare and present information. Must able to operate computers. Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position and must adjust any teaching to the Americans with Disabilities Act provisions.

• Minimum of Associate of Applied Science degree in Horticulture or related field, or sufficient horticulture/cannabis industry work experience to include experience in public speaking, training, and/or management-level positions.
• Must be proficient in MS Office or similar for the development of course materials.

• Industry certifications.
• A background in alternative course delivery models and instructional experience at a community/technical college or four-year college.
• Familiarity with using Zoom.
• Experience with horticulture/cannabis industry software

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State! SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders.

The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
Suny Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing.

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