Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher, Agriculture (Horticulture) Cahokia Unit School Di[...]

The St. Clair County ROE 50; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a dedicated Agriculture (Horticulture) CTE Teacher to instruct high school students and develop a comprehensive horticulture program. Responsibilities include teaching dual-credit courses, serving as an FFA advisor, and managing Supervised Agricultural Experience programs in diverse educational settings.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid Illinois Educator License with CTE Agriculture endorsement.
• Industry professionals may qualify with documented work experience.
• Experience in teaching dual-credit courses is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach dual-credit courses for 11th and 12th graders.
• Serve as FFA Advisor and oversee agricultural programs.
• Facilitate experiential learning in various environments.

Skills

Instructional Skills

Curriculum Development

Horticultural Knowledge

Student Engagement

Education

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

CTE Educator License with Stipulations (ELS-CTE)

Job description

Position Summary:
Cahokia High School is seeking a dedicated Agriculture (Horticulture) CTE Teacher to instruct students in grades 9–12. This position is responsible for developing and delivering a comprehensive Horticulture Program that aligns with the AFNR Three-Circle Model and meets the Agricultural Education Incentive Funding Grant guidelines and quality indicators.

Key responsibilities include establishing a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program, serving as an FFA Advisor, and teaching the following courses (subject to scheduling and student enrollment) to meet ISBE College and Career Pathway Endorsement requirements

Introduction to Agricultural Industry I & II

Basic Agricultural Science and Agribusiness (dual-credit)

Horticultural Production and Management (dual-credit)

This position involves teaching two dual-credit college-level courses for 11th and 12th-grade students and includes up to 400 extended hours annually for FFA and SAE duties, supported through the Three Circle Grant Program.

Qualifications:
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a CTE Agriculture endorsement
OR

CTE Educator License with Stipulations (ELS-CTE) endorsed for Agricultural Education

Alternative Pathway for Industry Professionals:
Applicants with agriculture industry experience may qualify for the ELS-CTE by either:

Earning 60+ semester hours from a regionally accredited institution and documenting 2,000+ hours of relevant work experience, or

Documenting a minimum of 8,000 hours of work experience in the horticulture and agribusiness field

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Design, plan, and deliver CTE curriculum aligned with Perkins V and ISBE College and Career Pathway Endorsement (CCPE) requirements, including dual-credit courses

Teach academic, employability, and technical skills required for industry credentials, certifications, dual-credit coursework, and workforce readiness

Serve as FFA Advisor for the school’s chapter and coordinate SAE programs for all participating students

Plan, prepare, and lead students in FFA Career Development Events (CDEs) and Leadership Development Events (LDEs)

Accurately document SAE activities and student participation using the AET Experience platform

Facilitate hands-on and experiential learning opportunities in the classroom, greenhouse, garden, and lab

Modify instruction and materials to meet diverse student needs and career goals

Coordinate field trips, industry guest speakers, and work-based learning experiences

Maintain program quality through regular evaluations and participation in biannual CTE Advisory Board meetings

Participate in ongoing professional development and departmental meetings

Develop and manage program budgets and maintain inventory of equipment and supplies

Enforce all safety standards and ensure compliance with federal, state, and district policies

Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:
The role requires regular standing, walking, speaking, hearing, and using hands for instructional and greenhouse tasks. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Some work may involve kneeling or crouching and exposure to higher temperatures, particularly in the greenhouse or garden.

Work Environment:
Instructional settings include classrooms, labs, greenhouses, and outdoor gardens

Involves use of various materials and chemicals (e.g., fertilizers, shears) under supervised safety protocols

Must be able to work in varied weather conditions and handle physically demanding tasks like lifting soil bags or moving greenhouse equipment

To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a tailored resume, cover letter and any relevant college transcripts to:

Tiffany Pearce
Chief Business Officer / Recruitment
[e-mail]

Applications may also be submitted through the Cahokia Unit School District #187 Job Application Site: https://sky.cusd187.org/scripts/wsisa.dll/WService=wsFin/rapplmnu03.w

Open until filled.