Agricultural Power and Engineering Agriscience Teacher/FFA Advisor - repost

Position Type :

High School / Career and Technical Education

Date Posted : 12 / 13 / 2024

Location : Dover High School

Date Available : as soon as possible

Closing Date : Until Filled

District :

Capital School District Description : Agricultural Power and Engineering / Agriscience Teacher / FFA Advisor

Terms of Employment : 10 Month Employee - temporary for the school year

Summer Hours Up to 35 Days to Support the Delaware State Fair and Student Leadership / CTSO Organizations

Reports To : Building Principal

Salary : Current Teacher Salary Schedule

Overview :

Classroom and laboratory experiences in the AgScience program is a key aspect of the instruction of students. FFA is also an integral part of the instructional program. All Agriculture Power and Engineering (AgScience) departments are expected to have an active FFA chapter. As a team member for this department there is an expectation of supporting the Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO- FFA). It is the duty of the teacher to serve as advisor for the local chapter. It is necessary that the teacher spend time in planning and conducting leadership, citizenship, and cooperative activities for students at the district, area, state, and national levels as an aspect of the State approved program of study to support the development of students in the Fundamentals of Agricultural Power and Engineering (FAPE), Agricultural Welding and Fabrication (AWF), and Power and Mechanical Systems (PMS), including small engine repair, aspects of HVAC, pneumatics, and supporting the work of the program with the Perkins Advisory Board. NCCER Credentialing and training with on-going updates to the program with credentialing are required. OSHA safety and construction certification is required in the classroom setting as well as for students to become certified in support of apprenticeable trades including : maintenance mechanic, iron worker, machinist, pipe welder, sheet metal, welding, mechanic, and metal fabrication.

Performance Responsibilities :

Student leadership programs and competitions will complement the overall programming. Outdoor classroom and greenhouse experiences are implemented during the school year. It is the responsibility of the teacher to organize and conduct an instructional program that will :

• Improve the quality of Agriculture Power and Engineering education instruction, counseling, management, and leadership to produce success for all students.
• Provide students with educational and equitable experiences leading to career preparation, continued education, and employment.
• Enhance youth leadership and FFA as an integral part of instruction.
• Work towards preparing students for summer competition in the State Fair, COLT Leadership, FFA and other state leadership programs.
• Develop, maintain, and update curriculum and lessons that would align with district requirements for all courses offered in the state adopted pathway AgPower.
• Instructional materials and instructional methods used to make teaching and learning engaging and hands-on.
• Participates regularly in staff development activities for the vocational programming within the district and state
• Basic skills and abilities of students developed in the school laboratory with safety as a focus in the setting.
• Establish and maintain open basis of communication with students, parents, staff, administration and community.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district and administrative policy (rosters, entries, registrations, etc.).
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules and maintain discipline according to handbook.
• Enhance youth leadership and FFA as an integral part of instruction.
• Supervising the shop / classroom and outdoor classroom used for students supervised agricultural experience in a safe and orderly manner.
• Provides data for student decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of student issues.
• Knowledge of and able to use the technology and equipment the pathway for instructional and hands-on approaches in the classroom.
• Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) programs of all students who receive instruction.
• Assisting students in selecting a program that fits their interests and abilities with collaboration and cooperation with the existing FFA Advisor(s).
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district and administrative policy (rosters, entries, registrations, field trips, FFA, etc.).
• Locating training partnerships or stations for students placed in a Work Based Learning experience.
• Coordinates with business partners and middle school level programming to support a working advisory committee according to State and school regulations
• Plan and conduct an organized program of instruction and / or community involvement with students that would integrate their knowledge and training into the school and / or local community.
• Prepare and submit FFA rosters, entries, registrations, etc. required by the local, district, area, state, and office promptly, and keep an accurate file copy of all records and reports.
• Participate in Professional Improvement / Development / Professional Learning Communities-demonstrating responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. Attend State Professional Improvement Conference for AgScience Teachers.
• Attend summer workshops that are designed to provide professional skills and information. Train students during the school year and summer in order to prepare students for competition at the State Fair.
• Dress and conduct themselves in accord with professional standards.
• Participating and attending an advisory committee and others in determining improvements needed.
• Identifies and solves problems effectively
• Participating, engages in, and attends the scheduled Perkins Advisory committee sessions and develops their own Perkins Advisory team in support of the community business and program improvements as applicable.
• Making changes and adjustments when needed in order to develop and invigorate the existing program.
• As a member of the local school faculty, the agricultural science teacher is expected to cooperate fully with local administrators and keep them informed about the program. The teacher is also expected to work closely with local and county agricultural organizations / agencies.
• Supervise students at all off-campus activities such as conventions, contests, workshops, field trips, etc., associated with the agriculture, food, and natural resources program and the FFA in accordance with school, district, and state policy.
• Support student competitions in the Delaware State Fair (available for up to 38 summer days including State Fair). Provide evidence of summer work experiences, curriculum, and assessment development. A written summer plan should be submitted and followed to their assigned immediate administrative supervisor. Salary will be based on standard teacher pay for the additional summer hours documented.
• Establish and maintain open basis of communication with students, parents, staff and administration.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day consistent with contract obligations.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Note : The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Qualification :

Must be certified in the content area of Technical Education / Agricultural Science Certification

Environmental Science experience, greenhouse experiences preferred, but not required. Work experience and education that meets DE DOE certification requirements for Career Technical Education teachers :

Program of Studies Teacher Requirements include :

Requisite professional licensure or certification requirement(s) (list) :

Required License(s) :

One or more are required to qualify for this position.)

Emergency

Initial License

Continuing License

Non-Delaware Permanent / Standard Certificate

Advanced License

Pending License

Required Certificate(s) :

One or more are required to qualify for this position.)

Teacher of Agriculture

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand and / or fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift an / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Standard Requirements :

Application Procedures

Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by completing an employment application no later than 11 : 59 PM on the closing date indicated above. A cover letter, resume and three letters of reference, dated within the last year, are required. Please note that incomplete application packages will not be considered.

Applicants needing special accommodations in the application process of the vacancy announcement may contact the Human Resources office at 302-857-4215.

The Capital School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to the Title IX, District 504 and ADA Coordinators : Capital School District, 198 Commerce Way, Dover DE 19904. Phone (302) 672-1500