2022-23 Full Time Agriculture Teacher
TETON COUNTY DISTRICT •East Central / Idaho Falls •Agriculture •Secondary •Full Time •Posted 3M ago
About this job
Full time Agriculture Teacher, anticipated to be at Teton High School, subject to the needs of the district.
Teton High School is seeking a full time agriculture teacher/FFA Advisor for the 2022/23 school year.
Teton has an enrollment of approximately 600 students (grade 9-12). The Ag and FFA program is well supported by the administration and ag community.
Classes taught include Introduction to Agriculture, FFA Leadership, Ag Mechanics, Welding and Small Engines, and Fabrication. Additional classes may be added in the future based on the experience and interest of the incoming instructor.
Our facilities include two classrooms and a welding shop with 10 booths and a plasma table.
Teton High School is located in Driggs, Idaho and serves the entire county. This location is next door to Yellowstone and Grand Teton Park, and Grand Targhee ski resort is only 12 miles away. The county is surrounded by the Targhee National Forest.
This teaching position includes a 15 day extended summer contract as well as an FFA stipend.
JOB TITLE: CLASSROOM TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold or be eligible for a current Idaho teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements by grade level and subject area.
SUPERVISED BY: School Principal
SUPERVISES:1. Students during the school day and at other activities as assigned;2. Volunteers, student aides, and/or other assigned to assist the teacher.
JOB GOALS: Through leadership and supervision, the teacher will promote academic, social, and citizenship development.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrates instructional skills by:-organizing a productive classroom,-designing measurable and observable instructional objectives,-implementing the district curriculum,-designing lessons with logical and sequential content,-teaching at the correct level of difficulty and complexity,-using classroom procedures that are flexible,-using motivation, retention, reinforcement, and transfer techniques,-displaying a command of subject matter-establishing and clearly communicating acceptable parameters for student behavior,-using appropriate evaluation activities. Demonstrates interpersonal skills by:-developing positive interpersonal relationships with students, parents, and building staff-encouraging student independence and creativity,-modeling a positive self-concept and attitude. Demonstrates professional responsibilities by:-developing and implementing professional and personal growth plans,-participating in district and building in services,-supporting school and district regulations and policies,-selecting appropriate channels for resolving concerns/problems,-providing needed and requested information on a timely and effective basis.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Contract period of 190 days for teachers, unless determined otherwise by the school board.
EVALUATION: To be conducted by the district administrator in accordance with the guidelines specified in the evaluation policy.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
TETON COUNTY DISTRICT is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.