Agriculture Science Instructor - Satellite - Blanchester High School - 25/26 School Year

Requirements:
Appropriate licensure/certification through the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) or ability to obtain proper licensure.
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements to be considered for this position:

Current ODE licensure in one of the following teaching fields:
010001 VO - Env & Agricult Science
010100 VO/CT/CW - Agriscience
010104 VO/CT/CW - Production Agriculture
010200 VO/CT/CW - Agribusiness

OR
 

High School Diploma, 5 years of recent verifiable work experience in the field of agriculture (Applicant will need to complete Ohio’s alternative teacher licensure process, including university coursework).
Desire and ability to work with high school students.
Technology skills appropriate for the position.
Work history demonstrating good attendance.
 

Career Technical Instructor Duties and Responsibilities: (other duties may be assigned)

• Follows prescribed curriculum using approved textbooks, workbooks, and instructional materials.
• Designs meaningful and sequential instruction and relevant learning activities to meet instructional goals.
• Demonstrates knowledge of content, pedagogy and knowledge of students' competencies and interests.
• Prepares and uses daily lesson plans and submits to administration in prescribed manner.
• Uses support services and resources to enhance the teaching and learning process.
• Creates an environment where creativity and student engagement are valued and encouraged.
• Maintains positive classroom management by setting and communicating high, consistent expectations for learning and achievement.
• Organizes classroom and/or laboratory in a manner that is conducive to learning.
• Assists students in obtaining knowledge and developing personal skills, which will prepare them to be successful in the world of work and in life.
• Makes regular visits to business and industry.
• Implements and maintains district practices relevant to student mentorship.
• Promotes and supports student participation in youth organizations, leadership, and competitive activities.
• Follows District Advisory Committee procedures as applicable.
• Seeks employment opportunities for students in accordance with their abilities and goals.
• Follows district placement procedures (i.e., job training plans, follow-up visitation reports, locator cards, business/industry visits).
• Works effectively with employers and educators from community schools to establish quality career pathways for students.
• Promotes and maintains a safe environment as defined by district policies and procedures.
• Always assures appropriate supervision of students.
• Adapts learning activities to meet the competency level of each student.
• Incorporates current practices from business, industry, and education.
• Willingness and ability to work with students, teachers, and administrators as a team member.
• Communicates expectations to students and parents.
• Involves appropriate representatives from business and industry to support instruction.
• Utilizes technology to enhance the teaching and learning process.
• Participates in professional growth activities.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of technology utilized by the district.
• Acts in a professional manner always and as an effective role model for students.
• Must satisfy all job-related attendance requirements.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

Availability of Position: August 2025

Salary Range:   Minimum - $48,378.60
Placement on the salary schedule is commensurate with educational preparation and work experience in the field – 185-day instructional contract. 

Application Procedure:  Submit online application. (www.greatoaks.com)

Application Deadline:  March 17, 2025 or until position is filled.  

Equal Opportunity:  All Great Oaks Career Campuses educational activities, employment practices, programs and services are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability.

Salary : $48,379