High School Agricultural Science Teacher 2025-2026

Position Summary:   

Develop students' skills and competence in one or more fields of science and agriculture; develops students skills and abilities in scientific methods and problem-solving, as well as an understanding of the application of science in the solution of practical problems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develop and administer Agriculture and Science curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials that promote critical and creative thinking and analysis, internalize and implement board approved, adopted curriculum
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences
• Develop pertinent sequential assignments that challenge students
• Design learning activities to demonstrate the application of science to everyday existence, including scientific research projects, demonstrations, experiments, and laboratory activities
• Instruct students in the proper use and care of scientific equipment, chemicals, and plant and animal life
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed
• Maintain familiarity with district and Missouri standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests
• Continuously engage in professional learning for the elevation of curriculum delivery
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures
• Welcome and encourage parental involvement and ensure effective communication with stakeholders
• Effectively engage students at high levels to encourage a focus on academics

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation description of the types of duties and responsibilities required for this position. Employees may be asked to perform other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Familiarity with high school Agriculture content and curriculum, particularly plant science and agribusiness
• Ability to facilitate labs and organize lab materials and supplies
• Ability to work with student organizations, such as Future Farmers of America and willingness to travel to state and regional agriculture educator meetings and student competitions
• Ability to collaborate with other science and agriculture educators
• Knowledge of hydroponic systems preferred

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications noted below are required to enable the employee to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of this position.

• Must have Missouri State Agriculture Certification (additional General Science or Unified Science Certification for grades 9-12 preferred)
• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment, Masters degree in Agriculture or Biology preferred

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sufficient vision to read printed material, see distant objects with clarity, and identify and distinguish objects
• Sufficient hearing to hear conversations in person and on the telephone, and hear sounds clearly up to 30 feet
• Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation and on the telephone, and in addressing groups
• Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
• This position requires standing, walking, sitting, bending and reaching for extended periods of time
• Sufficient manual dexterity and/or mobility to grasp and/or manipulate objects, operate mechanical equipment, and move about the work area
• This position will subject the employee to work environments that have exposure to weather or interiors with extremes of heat and/or cold, wet and/or humid conditions, high noise levels, and various work related hazards

EEO Statement:

The School District of University City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity and other characteristics protected by law.

Learn more about The School District of University City at www.ucityschools.org