Agricultural Science & FFA Educator

Esc1; Texas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

La Villa Independent School District is seeking an Agricultural Science Teacher at La Villa Early College High School. The role involves directing the agricultural science program, providing appropriate learning activities, and enabling students to develop necessary competencies for success.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate. The position requires strong knowledge of agricultural science and the ability to manage student behavior, along with organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated competency in agricultural science.
• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Supervised Agricultural Experience Program.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning.

Skills

Knowledge of agricultural science and technology

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Education

Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements

Tools

Personal computer and peripherals

Agricultural equipment

Job description

La Villa Early College High School | LA VILLA ISD

Salary Range

Application Deadline

JobTitle: Agricultural Science Teacher

ExemptionStatus/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal

Date Revised:08/09/2024

Dept./School: La Villa Early CollegeHigh School

Contract Days: 226 Days

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the agriculturalscience program for assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learningactivities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential forintellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students todevelop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accrediteduniversity

ValidTexas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training andwork experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan(DOI)

Demonstratedcompetency in agricultural science

SpecialKnowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of agricultural science andtechnology

Knowledge of curriculum andinstruction

Ability to instruct students andmanage their behavior

Ability to supervise agriculturalfield experiences

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Strong organizational, communication,and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Studentteaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

InstructionalStrategies

OverseeSupervised Agricultural Experience Program (SAEP), including assisting studentsin selecting and managing projects and supervising school farm.

Serve asadvisor to local Future Farmers of American (FFA) chapter, including planningand conducting leadership, citizenship, cooperative, career development, andcompetitive activities for students at local, regional, and state level.

Assistwith planning and delivery of adult education and community programs relatingto agricultural science and technology.

Workcooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed forspecial education students according to guidelines established in IndividualEducation Plans (IEP).

Conductassessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructionalactivities.

Developand implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’scurriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

Plan anduse appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials,and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs ofstudents assigned and present subject matter according to guidelinesestablished by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrativeregulations.

Work withother members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, andmethods according to district requirements.

Plan andsupervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).

Usetechnology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

StudentGrowth and Development

Conductongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

Assumeresponsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outsideactivities approved by the campus principal.

Be apositive role model for students and support mission of school district.

ClassroomManagement and Organization

Createclassroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical,social, and emotional development of students.

Managestudent behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and studenthandbook.

Accompanyand supervise students at all off-campus activities including contests,workshops, and field trips associated with the agricultural science program andFFA.

Overseemaintenance of program related facilities and equipment including school farm.

Take allnecessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials,and facilities.

Assist inselection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication

Establishand maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents,students, colleagues, and community members.

Budget and Inventory

Developand administer budget based on documented program needs and ensure thatoperations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.

Coordinatefundraising activities and manage funds.

Maintaincurrent inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.

Compile,maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

ProfessionalGrowth and Development

Participatein staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

Attendand participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Complywith state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroomteachers.

Other

Followdistrict safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Tools/Equipment Used :Personal computer and peripherals,standardinstructional equipment; agricultural equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping,pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequentwalking; repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse;overhead reaching

Lifting: Frequentheavy lifting (45 pounds and over); may lift and move agriculture equipment andanimals

Environment: Workoutside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclementweather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; exposure to biological hazards;work around machinery with moving parts; work around moving objects orvehicles; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; work around animals; may workalone; frequent districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Maintainemotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours