Teacher - HS Ag Mechanics​/Construction Technology

Job Title: Teacher - HS Ag Mechanics/Construction Technology

School: La Grange High School

Campus

Description:

Grades: 9-12

Date Posted: 2/10/2026

Deadline: Until Filled

Openings: 1

Commitment: Full Time

Description/Notes: Plan and implement an instructional program that provides students with appropriate learning activities and real‑world experiences through classroom instruction, hands‑on applications, and work‑based learning opportunities. The program should support students in fulfilling their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social potential while developing the competencies and skills necessary to function successfully in society through occupations in the construction and agriculture industries.

• Education/Certification:
  
  Bachelor’s degree, associate’s degree, or high school diploma/GED and equivalent wage‑earning experience as required by certification
• Valid Texas career and technical education certificate with required license, endorsements, and training for subject and level assigned, or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)
• Demonstrated competency in the career and technical education subject area assigned

• Knowledge of career and technical education subject assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in safety, handling and proper use of commercial power tools and non‑commercial power tools (drill, jigsaw, router, circular saw, etc).
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with students, peers, parents, administrators, business partners, community and others.
• Ability to create and manage interactive, innovative hands‑on projects for student engagement and effectively teach and work with high school students while managing their behaviors.
• Working knowledge of the objectives and TEKS of courses in the program.

• Student teaching, approved internship, or a minimum of 5 years of wage‑earning experience in the area of certification

• Teach and enhance classes that meet the need for priority occupations in construction technology and agriculture mechanics and home repair while integrating the academic core into a meaningful, relevant curriculum.
• Adhere to the district’s philosophy of instruction. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teacher to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district requirements. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Sponsor/co‑sponsor an approved career and technical student organization and promote student participation (FFA Advisor).
• Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of school district.
• Attend Majors, Career and Development Events (CED’s) and State Convention.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students. Manage student behaviors in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student Handbook in the classroom and at work sites.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, and other documents required.
• Contribute to continued development of an up‑to‑date,…