Position Type:
High School/Career and Technical Education
Date Posted:
5/13/2024
Location:
Milford High School
Date Available:
July 1, 2024
Closing Date:
05/17/24 or until filled
District:
Milford School DistrictPosition: AgriScience Teacher
Location: Milford High School
Reports To: Principal
Starting Date: July 1, 2024

Qualifications:

• Ability to perform essential job duties.
• Candidate may have industry experience in the field of animal science or hold teacher certification as outlined below.
• Teacher Certification: Hold or be eligible for a valid Delaware Agri-Science Teacher Standard Certificate in accordance with 14 Del. C. § 1550.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strive to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Serve as the FFA sponsor and support students in the annual FFA state-wide competition.
• Lead the AgriScience pathway by recruiting students into the pathway, attending training and state-wide meetings, and advocating for the program's needs.
• Manage budget provided by Career Technical Education federal and state funding and local fundraisers and donations.
• Recruit members of an advisory board and host an annual meeting to collaborate about the AgriScience program.
• Collaborate with Milford Central Academy AgriScience teachers to ensure curriculum is aligned vertically and to provide a seamless transition for students into high school.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policies and administrative regulations.
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board policies.
• Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Collaborate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives and methods.
• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
• Maintain and operate the AgriScience area and equipment.
• Provide for his or her own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning. Participate as a member in the Professional Learning Community.
• Support students in their efforts to obtain cooperative learning experiences.
• All other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment: Salary and work year to be according to the current salary schedule and the Professional Agreement. Twelve (12) month position.

Salary and Benefits: Salary range and benefits are commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with Board of Education Policy.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

Application Process:
Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.org. Internal applicants are encouraged to upload current letters of recommendation and resume.

External applicants must follow the application process. All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.org. Only completed application packets will be considered. The following items must be included:

• Resume
• Copy of unofficial transcripts
• Three separate letters of recommendation

Application Deadline: May 17, 2024 or until filled

For more information contact: Laura Manges, Director of Human Resources, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963 Tel: 302-424-6393 or Email: lmanges@msd.k12.de.us

Employment with the Milford School District is contingent upon successful:

• Criminal Background Check
• Child Protection Registry Check
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford Board of Education Approval

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.

Milford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs, services or activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.

If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, Delaware 19963. Telephone (302) 422-1600.