Agricultural Teacher

Location: Judsonia

Job Summary:

Teach students in 7-12 Agricultural Science at the high school level, as well as 7th and 8th grade students in Career Development.

Essential Duties:

* Instruction:
Deliver hands-on instruction in agriculture mechanics, animal science, plant science, and agribusiness based on Arkansas
state frameworks.

* FFA Advising:
Serve as one of the local FFA chapter advisors, coaching teams for contests, workshops, and conventions.

* SAE Supervision:
Monitor and guide student Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs).

* Facility Management:
Maintain agricultural labs, greenhouses, and barns.

* Community Relations:
Engage with parents, local farmers, and community leaders to support the program.

* Teamwork:
Work with other Ag teacher and CTE teachers as well as the whole staff to promote student achievement and positive
culture.

Required Qualifications

* Current Arkansas Teacher Certification

* Ability to manage hands-on, potentially hazardous laboratory environments (machinery, animals, chemicals).

* Commitment to student leadership development.

Work Environment

* Includes a combination of classroom teaching, lab supervision, and extensive off-campus travel for competitions and events, often requiring evening/weekend hours.

Other Duties

* Developing and administering the agricultural budget.

* Participating in professional development and CTE (Career and Technical Education) updates.