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How much do equine science teaching jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for equine science teaching in the United States is $57,413.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $62,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is equine science teaching?

Equine science teaching involves educating students about the biology, care, management, and training of horses. Instructors in this field may teach at high schools, colleges, or specialized equine programs, covering topics such as equine anatomy, nutrition, genetics, and behavior. They often combine classroom instruction with hands-on learning experiences, giving students practical skills for careers in equine industries. Equine science teachers may also mentor students in research projects or supervise internships related to horse care and management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an equine science teacher?

To thrive as an Equine Science Teacher, you need a strong background in animal science, equine management, and educational methodologies, typically supported by a relevant degree and teaching certification. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, digital learning platforms, and safety protocols for handling horses is essential. Excellent communication, patience, and the ability to engage and motivate students are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure effective teaching, student safety, and the practical application of equine science knowledge in educational settings.

What opportunities for professional development are typically available for equine science teaching professionals?

Equine Science Teaching professionals often have access to a range of professional development opportunities, including attending industry conferences, workshops on the latest equine research, and certifications in specialized areas like equine nutrition or management. Many institutions also encourage collaboration with research projects or industry partnerships, which can enhance both teaching and practical knowledge. These opportunities not only support career growth but also help educators stay current with evolving industry standards, benefiting both instructors and their students.

What is the difference between Equine Science Teaching vs Equine Care Specialist?

AspectEquine Science TeachingEquine Care Specialist
CredentialsEquine science degrees, teaching certificationsEquine care certifications, veterinary assistant training
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, labs, educational farmsStables, farms, veterinary clinics
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, zoos, equine programsEquine farms, veterinary clinics, rescue centers

Equine Science Teaching focuses on educating students about horse biology, management, and training, often in academic settings. In contrast, Equine Care Specialists provide hands-on care, including feeding, grooming, and health monitoring, primarily in practical environments. Both roles require equine knowledge but differ in their primary responsibilities and work settings.

What can you do with an equine science teaching degree?

An equine science teaching degree prepares individuals to become educators or instructors in equine science, working at schools, colleges, or equine programs. Graduates can also pursue careers in equine management, research, or extension services, often requiring knowledge of animal care, training, and industry practices. Certification or experience with horses and teaching skills enhance employment opportunities in this field.

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Infographic showing various Equine Science Teaching job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $57,413 per year, or $27.6 per hour.

Agriculture Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Reedley College

Fresno, CA

State Center Community College District
Education • 1 - 5K employees

$1/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Teach a part-time schedule of Agriculture courses using various pedagogies and instructional delivery systems.

  • Evaluate student progress through tests, examinations, written assignments, and oral responses in accordance with course objectives.

  • Maintain classroom records, provide course syllabi, and submit all required grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner.


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9.5

Company rating: 9.5 out of 10

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Job description

Announcement Information
Posting Number Title Agriculture Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Reedley College Campus Location Reedley College Start Date Essential Functions of Position
At Reedley College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps.
An equity-minded individual is a person who:
  1. Understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
  2. Reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
  3. Encourages positive race-consciousness and embraces human difference;
  4. Supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments; and
  5. Strategically builds support for and participation in equity-related initiatives across both our internal and external communities.
Reedley College seeks leaders who value placing the student at the center of everything we do, mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment. Leaders should be open and willing to participate in culturally relevant professional development that will help them prepare for the population of students who attend Reedley College.
The ideal candidate will share Reedley College's commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. Reedley College is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The successful candidate will join a college dedicated to the students it serves.
Providing instruction in Agriculture for Reedley College, the instructor will be responsible for:
  • Teaching a part-time schedule of Agriculture courses as assigned;
  • Using a variety of pedagogies and integrating a wide range of instructional delivery systems including innovative and creative uses of technology for face-to-face, on-line, and/or hybrid formats;
  • Communicating effectively with students, faculty and staff;
  • Using effective teaching methods appropriate to the subject matter, adherence to institutionally approved curriculum course outlines of record;
  • Evaluating student progress through tests and examinations, written assignments, oral responses, etc. in keeping with course objectives;
  • Providing course syllabi to students;
  • Maintaining classroom records in accordance with District Policy;
  • Turning in all required student grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner;
  • Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including classes as needed;
  • Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122; and
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom; and

  • Master's in agriculture, agriculture science, education with a specialization in agriculture or other agricultural area (including: agricultural business, agricultural engineering, agricultural mechanics, agronomy, animal science, enology, environmental (ornamental) horticulture, equine science, forestry, natural resources, plant science, pomology, soil science, viticulture or other agriculture science); or

  • A valid California Community College Credential; or

  • The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).

(Note: If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match exactly as stated above, you must petition for equivalency.)
Desirable Qualifications
  • Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility;
  • Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
  • Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
  • Related work and professional experience;
  • Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, students with disabilities;
  • Experience working with traditionally underrepresented student populations, such as students of color and foster youth, and the ability to support students across sociocultural and socioeconomic diversities;
  • Experience in facilitating multicultural and cross-cultural communication with sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;
  • Experience with, and sensitivity to, under-prepared and high-need students at the community college;
  • Demonstrated ability and desire to work collaboratively with faculty and staff to enhance instruction, curriculum, student learning support and student success;
  • Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high-quality instruction and support to students.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff;
  • Knowledge of current assessment methods and materials;
  • Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.
Salary and Benefits
  • Newly hired part-time faculty will be placed on step one (1) of the Part-Time Faculty Salary Schedule
  • All salary classification placements on the salary schedule will be based on education and experience (where applicable) as outlined in the Part-Time Faculty Salary Classifications
  • Sick leave accrual is based on assignment hours

For more information on salary and benefits, please refer to the SCCCD & SCFT Part-Time Faculty Agreement
Selection Procedure
The selection and hiring process for part-time faculty positions is governed by the hiring department. Should there be an interest in your application, the hiring department will contact you directly with any questions and/or to extend an opportunity to interview.
Please note: This position does not have a closing date and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. By applying for this position, you understand that you will be placed in a continuous pool. Start dates may vary. If at any time you are no longer interested in this position, please withdraw your application. Your application will remain on file for 18 months. If you are not interviewed/selected for a position within the 18 months and still wish to pursue employment, a new application will be required.
State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. It is our pledge to treat all applicants fairly and equitably in the recruitment and selection process. We endeavor to be a service-minded organization and respond to the needs of our applicants. SCCCD EEO Plan
Additional Information
Continuous Recruitment
This posting has been created to establish an applicant pool for part-time faculty positions. Applications will be reviewed by members of the hiring department when vacancies arise.
Additional Information about the Position
About the College
Reedley College is located in the Central San Joaquin Valley of California in the city of Reedley, which has a population of approximately 25,000. Known as "The World's Fruit Basket," Reedley is in one of the richest agricultural regions of the world. Reedley College was established in May 1926 as Reedley Junior College. Reedley College is located on the historic T.L. Reed Ranch, bordering the Kings River which spans over 420 acres, including a 300-acre farm. Over its nearly 100 years of service to California's Central San Joaquin Valley, Reedley College has been an essential component of higher education offering over 67 programs and degrees taught by approximately 180 full-time faculty and 400 part-time faculty. Some of the programs offered at Reedley College includes an Agriculture, that regularly receives awards for their excellence in teaching, Aviation Maintenance and Flight Sciences, Natural Resources, Forestry and Wildland Fire Fighting, and STEM, including engineering. In addition, the college is also one of 11 community colleges in California to offer students on-campus housing.
Work for Us! Reedley College
Reedley College's Guided Pathway framework strongly encourages collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. Reedley College administrators are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to support success teams that interact directly with students in their career pathways. Administrators must also be open and willing to participate in culturally relevant professional development that will facilitate their work with the population of students who attend Reedley College.
Reedley College has embraced Guided Pathways with the college's goal in mind, "We motivate and inspire students to succeed". The project is designed to significantly increase the number of students who earn a certificate or degree at a California Community College.
Reedley College Mission
To cultivate opportunities that empower our students communities through engaging, equity-minded programs and services.
Vision
Providing equitable educational opportunities that transform our students and communities.
Values
To carry out our bold vision, we at Reedley College value:
Equity, Access, and Inclusion: our success depends on every member of our campus community achieving their educational goals
A Focus on Students: our practices, priorities, and policies are created, implemented, and reviewed with a relentless student-first approach
Educational Excellence: the instruction, student services, and experience we provide to each student consistently exceed expectations
Innovation: our words and action are always consistent with our mission
Stewardship: our decisions are made in the context of their financial, social, and environmental impacts on our campus, our region and the world
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