Correctional Horticulture Instructor

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Correctional Horticulture Instructor to join our team at Lake Land College. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Horticulture Certificate Program.

• Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College.
• Prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review.
• Prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean.
• Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials, books, required commodities, and supplies to Associate Dean for approval.
• Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.
• Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.
• Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).
• Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.
• Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
• Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.
• Assist in registration as needed.
• Consider the general and special needs of the student. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.
• Observe, support, and enforce the regulations, policies, and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.
• Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics.
• Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment.
• Prepare EGGC forms, task lists, and attendance reports as required.
• Maintain hourly count check on students.
• Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
• Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures.
• Maintain equipment assigned to area.

• Associate Degree preferred.
• Teaching Experience Desired.
• Experience in Horticulture Required.
• Knowledge: Operation of Computerized Greenhouse.
• Skills: Must be able to perform landscaping, compute landscape material requirements, design landscapes, propagate and maintain green plants and shrubs. Must have good communication skills.
• Personal Requirements: Good Interpersonal Skills.

Lake Land College offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Vacation Hours: 135 hours/year for 1-8 years of service, 150 hours/year for 9-14 years of service, 187.5 hours/year for 15-20 years of service, and 210 hours/year for 21+ years of service.
• Sick Hours: 7.5 hours/month, with a maximum of 1350 hours.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Tuition Waiver: Credit courses for current full-time employees, employee's spouse or civil union partner, and their unmarried dependents under age 23.
• Tuition Reimbursement: $200 per credit hour with a maximum of $1200 per fiscal year.
• Retirement: Members of the State Universities Retirement System (SURS).
• Health Insurance: Two health plan options, including a Traditional PPO health plan and a High Deductible health plan with a compatible Health Savings Account.
• Dental Insurance: Available to employees and their qualified dependents.
• Vision Insurance: Available to employees and their qualified dependents.