Agriculture Teacher

Dan River High School; Ringgold (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Dan River High School, part of Pittsylvania County Schools, is seeking an Agriculture Education Teacher in Ringgold, VA. The role is 11-month, exempt, and requires Virginia teaching licensure with an industry credential for initial licensure.

The position involves delivering instruction across plant science, animal science, and related topics, with a focus on applying OSHA-compliant lab safety and district initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible to hold Virginia teacher licensure.
• Industry certification credential required for initial licensure.

Responsibilities

• Create/implement lesson plans aligned with state standards.
• Provide instruction in plant science, animal science, and related agriculture topics.
• Manage classroom and laboratory environment following safety standards.
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Collaborate with department and grade-level teachers on curriculum.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and attendance.

Skills

Plant science

Animal science

Agricultural mechanics

Agricultural economics & management

Forestry/wildlife management

Horticulture

Education

Virginia teacher licensure

Industry certification credential

Job description

Agriculture Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5928238
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Description

POSITION TITLE:Agricultural Education Teacher

FLSA:Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:Must hold or be eligible to hold Virginia teacher licensure

Industry certification credential (for initial licensure)

REPORTS TO:Principal and/or other Supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:11-month contract

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Have experience and/or knowledge of plant science, animal science, agricultural mechanics, agricultural economics & management, forestry/wildlife management, and horticulture.
• Participate in curriculum review and design.
• Implementa variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
• Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Create a safe laboratory environment, following OSHA standards for safe practices.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Effectively implement district initiatives.
• Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain an active FFA, providing leadership opportunities at federation, district, state and national level
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Remain current on instructional practices in agricultural education.

SALARY RANGE:$51,404.83-$80,546.84

PLEASE NOTE:

• Pittsylvania County Schools reserves the right to fill positions pursuant to School Board Policy GBN, Staff Hiring Procedures.

Position Type: Full-Time