Long Term Substitute - Agriculture Teacher

DeKalb High School; Waterloo (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County Central United School District in Waterloo, Indiana seeks a Long Term Substitute Agriculture teacher for DeKalb High School. Position starts Jan 21, 2027 and ends Apr 22, 2027.

You will teach grades 9–12 and cover agriculture subjects such as plant/soil sciences, animal science, and related skills. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and a teaching license or substitute license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a subject taught in secondary grades.
• License as a teacher of secondary students or substitute license.

Responsibilities

• Teach grades 9–12 in agriculture and related subjects.
• Create an environment that fosters achievement and lifelong skills.
• Promote student success through positive relationships with students and staff.
• Participate in policies and procedures for teaching and learning.
• Remain flexible and adaptable to change; use technology effectively.
• Model professional behavior and lifelong learning.

Skills

Creative thinker

Excellent communicator

Team player

Organizational skills

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor’s degree in subject area

Teaching license or substitute license

Job description

Long Term Substitute - Agriculture Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5971002

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 21, 2027

Job Description

We are DeKalb!

DeKalb County Central United School District is committed to preparing students today for the world of tomorrow. Our mission is to develop students as critical thinkers, communicators, and collaborators who can adapt and persevere with empathy and integrity in an ever-changing world. Every member of our team is a valuable resource in this pursuit of excellence, and we are currently seeking a Long Term Substitute Agriculture teacher at DeKalb High School!

This position will begin on approximately January 22, 2027 and last through approximately April 22, 2027.

Your day to day:

• Under direction, you will teach and instruct pupils in grades 9 through 12 in secondary academic subject matter, social, behavioral, and other educational skill areas.
• You will create and maintain an environment that fosters student achievement and the development of lifelong skills.
• Maximize opportunities for student success by creating positive working relationships with students and staff.
• Actively participate in the establishment of policies and procedures that make sense for this unique teaching and learning environment.
• Remain flexible, innovative and adaptive to change.
• Show confidence in working with new technology and various application packages, as well as typical agriculturally related skills such as, but not limited to: welding, plant and soil sciences, food science, horticulture, animal science, etc.
• Be a role model for students regarding life-long learning and professional behavior.

Why we’ll love you:

• You have worked hard to obtain a Bachelor’s degree with an academic major or minor in subjects commonly taught in secondary grade levels.
• You possess a license as a teacher of secondary students or a Career & Tech Ed License with an agriculture focus or a substitue teaching license.
• You are a creative thinker and problem solver, an excellent communicator with strong collaboration skills and are a team player.
• You have excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• You are able to provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment.
• You have the ability to communicate cooperatively and constructively with students, parents, and fellow staff members in a multicultural environment.
• You have demonstrated proficient use of technology.

DeKalb County Central United School District seeks to develop and nurture its diversity. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect. DeKalb County Central United School District is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Position Type: Substitute

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute

Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Helmsing , Mrs
• 3326 COUNTY ROAD 427
• WATERLOO, Indiana 46793-9532
• Email: [e-mail]

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