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Agriculture Teacher - High School 
 

Terms of Employment

Full-time, 225 days. Salary is based on education and experience and will be prorated per our Certified Salary Schedule not to exceed letter I ($60,160 to $95,980). The District provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits program including medical, life, and dental insurance. The District provides two medical plans for which it pays the full premium for employees, and a third option is a buy-up plan for which the district pays the majority of the premium. In addition, the District pays the full employee premium for dental insurance and life insurance. The District contributes to PERA on each employee's behalf and offers additional retirement savings options as well as optional supplemental insurance. Employees also receive paid time off. Worker’s compensation and unemployment insurance are provided in accordance with State law.
 

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, teach students in all agricultural systems pathways aligned with our program approval with emphasis on Animal Systems, Plant Systems, and Power Structural and Technical Systems (willing to develop opportunities in other approved agricultural pathways depending on hired teacher interest), develop and maintain supervised agricultural experiences for all students, and enhance youth leadership through the implementation of FFA. Provide classroom learning experiences to students through innovative teaching methodologies. Supervise and coordinate laboratory assignments and field work. Maintain student academic records, including their grades and performances. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in future career endeavors. 
 

Essential Functions

 

• Conduct an instructional program that educates students about career pathways in agriculture.
• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and translate lesson plans into learning

experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.

• Enhance youth leadership and FFA as an integral part of instruction.
• Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in a global economy.
• Remain abreast and inform students about agriculture and agricultural literacy.
• Initiate, facilitate and moderate classroom discussions.
• Create lesson plans that are in conformity with school policy for all courses offered.
• Oversee supervised agricultural experience programs for all students who receive instruction.
• Supervise and maintain the school laboratory used for students’ supervised agricultural experiences.
• Plan and conduct an organized program of instruction and/or community involvement with adults. This may include, but is not limited to alumni, young farmers and booster clubs. Most of this instruction will be given after school, at night and during the summer.
• Prepare and submit FFA rosters, entries, registrations, etc. promptly and keep an accurate file copy of all records and reports.
• Attend area, state and national training meetings.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modify instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
• Maintain familiarity with district and Colorado State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the

educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

• 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 and applicable laws.
• Encourage parental involvement in students’ education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensure that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinate with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
• Select and requisition appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintain inventory records.

  

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

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

Confidential Information

• Staff members shall not access, receive, transmit or retransmit material regarding
  students, parents/guardians or district employees that is protected by confidentiality
  laws.
• If material is not legally protected but is of a confidential or sensitive nature, great care shall be taken to ensure that only those with a “need to know” are allowed access to the material. 
• Staff members shall handle all employee, student, and district records in
  accordance with applicable district policies.
• Staff members who intentionally disclose student records, other confidential student information and/or district information may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

  

Equipment

Personal computer and peripherals, standard instructional equipment, three separate classroom spaces dedicated to agriculture (Plant Science Classroom, Animal Science Classroom, Agricultural Mechanics Shop), 20x60’ Greenhouse, Floral Fridge, Aquaponics System, and a dedicated agriculture department vehicle. 
 

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations,

spelling, literature and other content areas taught.

• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

  

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

 

• Posture: prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting; bending/stooping; pushing/pulling; and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; overhead reaching
• Lifting: Frequent heavy lifting (45 pounds and over); may lift and move agriculture equipment and animals
• Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and

inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; exposure to biological hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; work around moving objects or vehicles; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; work around animals; may work alone; frequent district wide and statewide travel

• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

 

Qualifications Profile Certification/License:

 

• Colorado State Certification:: Agriculture Education or
• CTE Credential in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

 

Education:

 

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

 

Experience:

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt   

Salary : $60,160 - $95,980