High School Biology & Agriculture Teacher (Long-Term Sub)

CUMBERLAND VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Sporting Hill (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Valley School District is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Biology/Agriculture Teacher for CV9 and CVHS, December 2026 through March 2027. The educator will deliver standards-aligned biology and agriculture instruction, promote hands-on learning, and support student leadership opportunities such as FFA.

The role requires a relevant degree, valid teaching certification, and experience with biology/agricultural labs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HS Biology or General Science Education; Agriculture Education a plus.
• Valid state teaching certificate for the assignment.
• Prior teaching or student teaching at middle/secondary level preferred.
• Experience with biology/agricultural labs, school gardens, greenhouses, or supervised agricultural experiences preferred.
• Knowledge of CTE, leadership development, and FFA preferred.
• Current clearances/background checks as required by state law/district policy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction in agricultural education for high school learners (grades 9-12).
• Design lessons aligning with state standards, district curriculum, and career readiness goals.
• Incorporate hands-on, project-based, experiential learning in biology and agriculture subjects.
• Differentiate instruction to meet varied learning needs.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and supportive classroom/lab environment.
• Teach and enforce safety procedures for tools and labs.
• Assess student learning with formative and summative measures and use data to adjust instruction.
• Maintain accurate attendance and progress records.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, counselors, and administrators.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, SPED staff, related services, and support staff.
• Integrate technology to enhance instruction and engagement.
• Promote agriculture-related careers and postsecondary pathways.
• Support student leadership, service activities, and ag clubs (FFA).
• Assist in care, management, and inventory of program materials and equipment.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional learning, and curriculum development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administrator.

Skills

Biology/Ag education knowledge

Engaging hands-on learning

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Assessment and data use

Communication and collaboration

Educational technology usage

Education

HS Biology or General Science Education

Agriculture Education or related field (plus)

Job description

Cumberland Valley School District is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Biology/Agriculture Teacher for CV9 and CVHS, December 2026 through March 2027. The educator will deliver standards-aligned biology and agriculture instruction, promote hands-on learning, and support student leadership opportunities such as FFA.

The role requires a relevant degree, valid teaching certification, and experience with biology/agricultural labs.