TITLE: Landscaping Career/Technical Educator Instructor
POSITION NO.: P10378
SECTION: Department of Corrections/Workforce Innovations
HIRING SALARY: $50,000.00 annually
HOURS: 40 hours (some evenings and weekends may be required). Some overnight travel may be required.
CONTACT: Human Resources or via email at
MAJOR FUNCTION: The Landscaping Career/Technical Educator Instructor is a grant-funded position at the Gadsden Re-Entry Center or Jefferson Correctional Institution. The Instructor's major functions are to teach an appropriate, assigned career/technical education program through the facilitation of a teaching environment (lecture, group, or individual) targeting a diverse population resulting in the earning of appropriate industry-recognized certifications. The Instructor also works with the student and the educational staff to assist students with an academic and career pathways plan
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or its equivalent, and six years of experience in the vocational being taught; a Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution and two years of occupational experience in the vocation being taught; or additional education or training may substitute on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required experience.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING: Knowledge of and experience with construction principles and applications. Knowledge of adult learning to effectively contribute to the development of course curriculum and lessons. Knowledge of teaching adult students and facilitating a rich learning environment for diverse populations. Knowledge of TCC and DOC policies and procedures. Knowledge of Florida Department of Education vocational frameworks. Excellent human relationship skills. Skilled in project management, organization of tasks, and responsive follow-through. Ability to use MS Office applications and internet navigation. Basic graphic design experience using MS Word and PowerPoint. Ability to use teaching strategies that meet the varying abilities of students. Ability to critically assess situations and make sound judgments. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. Ability to communicate course material to students in an effective manner. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to interact with other project and DOC staff appropriately. Ability to work independently or as a team, and make independent decisions. Ability to multi-task. Ability to keep accurate & thorough records.