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Horticulture/Landscaping Instructor
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$40,330 / year median in Washington
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Ladgov Corporation is seeking a qualified Horticulture/Landscaping Instructor to provide vocational instruction to students in a secure correctional facility. The instructor will teach horticulture, plant propagation, landscaping, grounds maintenance, workplace safety, and employment-readiness skills through classroom and hands-on training. Key Responsibilities Deliver a state-approved curriculum to classes of up to 25 students. Develop lesson plans and lead hands-on landscaping and beautification projects. Track attendance, student progress, certifications, and weekly program activities. Maintain a safe, organized, and professional learning environment. Qualifications State-approved horticulture/landscaping license or instructor certification. Relevant horticulture or landscaping experience. Strong teaching, communication, and classroom-management skills. Ability to pass a criminal background check and complete required 40-hour pre-service training.