Instructor-Fixed Term

Position Summary
There are 3 positions open, one at each of these different locations: Muskegon Community College in Muskegon, MI., West Shore Community College in Scottville, MI, and Southwestern Michigan College in Dowagiac, MI.

Instructional responsibilities include teaching HRT 206 - Training and Pruning Plants (1 credit) for the Institute of Agricultural Technology for spring semester. The course will be delivered at one of the above locations, The course dates are January 12, 2026 - April 26, 2026. Class meets weekly, face to face for 1 hour and 50 minutes. This position is planned to reoccur every other spring semester in the even years.

Course description:

Principles and techniques of pruning for landscape and nursery ornamentals, Christmas tree production, tree fruits, and small fruits. Pruning practices, equipment, and basic large tree care techniques

Course Objectives:


+ Understand plant anatomy and biology as it pertains to...