High School Agriculture Teacher - Hands-on Labs & FFA Leader

Onward Education; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Guaranteed weekly hours

Wide placement network

Streamlined hiring process

Recruiter support

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Onward Education seeks a dedicated Agriculture Teacher General Education Teacher to lead high school agriculture classes in Hudson County, Illinois. You will deliver engaging lessons in animal science, plant science, agribusiness and mechanics, while fostering student achievement and safety in labs and shop activities.

You will guide FFA participation, SAE projects and leadership development, collaborating with families and community partners to promote career readiness in agricultural education.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Endorsement in Agriculture (CTE) or ACA credential or equivalent industry experience.
• HX Science Endorsement enabling Biology and Zoology instruction at high school level.
• Experience teaching agricultural education courses (animal science, plant science, agribusiness, mechanics, natural resources).
• Knowledge of FFA programs, student leadership development and SAE projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver instruction in agricultural subjects including animal science, plant science, agribusiness and mechanics.
• Create and implement lesson plans, assess progress, and differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Supervise hands‑on labs, school farms, greenhouses and shop activities with safety.
• Advise student involvement in FFA activities, competitions and SAE programs.
• Collaborate with families, staff and community partners to promote success and career readiness in agricultural education.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Instructional skills

Student engagement

Education

Illinois PEL

CTE/Endorsement in Agriculture or ACA credential

HX Science Endorsement (Biology/Zoology)

Job description

Onward Education seeks a dedicated Agriculture Teacher General Education Teacher to lead high school agriculture classes in Hudson County, Illinois. You will deliver engaging lessons in animal science, plant science, agribusiness and mechanics, while fostering student achievement and safety in labs and shop activities.

You will guide FFA participation, SAE projects and leadership development, collaborating with families and community partners to promote career readiness in agricultural education.