Horticulture Professor

Melbourne Polytechnic is a leading educational institution that offers a unique learning experience with an applied focus. We are currently seeking a skilled Horticulture Teacher to join our team.

About the Role:

• Teach a range of Horticulture subjects, including OH&S, turf, pest and diseases, nutrition and plant culture, machinery operation, propagation and soils, design, plant establishment and revegetation.
• Develop, maintain and evaluate student learning programs, projects and associated materials.
• Assist in securing and managing any work placement or vocational experience component connected to program delivery.
• Develop teaching resources and assessments that meet curriculum and contract requirements and client needs.
• Use diverse and appropriate adult learning methodologies.

Requirements:

• Appropriate post-secondary qualifications together with relevant and recent industrial experience.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• Demonstrated understanding of adult learning principles, teaching methodologies and a demonstrated high standard of teaching practice.
• Well-developed teaching skills, including the ability to select and use a wide range of teaching and assessment strategies appropriate to diverse needs of the student group.
• Excellent use of ICT skills to produce work for learners.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application, including your current CV and a cover letter, via our website.