Agriculture Science Teacher

Agriculture Science Teacher

Prairie Grove Jr High School - Prairie Grove, Arkansas

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Job : 5568532

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 04, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

PRAIRIE GROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description s

JOB TITLE: Agriculture Science Teacher

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal

PAY GRADE: Salary Schedule, $1000 bonus to all new to district employees

LOCATION: ASSIGNED CAMPUS

DATE REVISED: 9/1/2023

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Direct and manage the agricultural science program for the assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid teaching certificate appropriate for teacher assignment (Agriculture Education)
• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Driving record must satisfy district standards for transporting students
• Hold a CDL with school bus endorsement or be willing to obtain one within first year of employment
• All K-6th and Sped candidates must provide evidence of proficiency in the Science of Reading.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Knowledge of agricultural science and FFA best practices (prior teaching/student teaching experience preferred)
• Ability to obtain industry certifications related to courses taught, as needed
• Ability to prepare students to take and pass industry certification exams related to the ag industry
• Ability to facilitate a Program of Activities (POA) that aligns with the requirements for students to earn their FFA degrees
• Ability to supervise agricultural field experiences/projects
• Ability to collaborate with other ag teachers and administrators
• Ability to train and travel with teams, as needed
• Ability to work seamlessly with FFA Booster Club
• Ability to provide professional communication with students, parents, community members, staff and all other stakeholders at all times
• Ability to follow guidelines related to money handling, equipment/supply inventory, and use of District or District-rented vehicles
• Ability to work extended hours - including nights, weekends and summer

Experience:

• Three years experience as a classroom teacher, preferred

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Attendance

• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function
• Additional hours outside of the regular school day are required (evenings, weekends and summer)

Instructional Management

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Board of Education, board policies and administrative regulations
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing
• Assume responsibility for approved extracurricular activities or outside activities for which you are the sponsor
• Be a positive role model for students and support mission of school district

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the district’s Student Code of Conduct and student…