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Position Type:
High School Teaching/Industrial-Technology Education
Date Posted:
3/18/2026
Location:
GCHS CATE Center
Date Available:
08/01/2026
Agricultural Science Teacher
Grayson County High School, Career and Technical Education Center
Position available for the 2026-27 school year
Qualifications:
Essential Functions:
Additional Duties
Physical Requirements
High School Teaching/Industrial-Technology Education
Date Posted:
3/18/2026
Location:
GCHS CATE Center
Date Available:
08/01/2026
Agricultural Science Teacher
Grayson County High School, Career and Technical Education Center
Position available for the 2026-27 school year
Qualifications:
- Possess or qualify for Virginia Technical Professional License to teach Agricultural Science, through Virginia Department of Education; prefer teaching experience
- Possess knowledge and skills to provide instruction in various courses within the Agricultural Science Program; prefer certifications and/or work experience in Welding, Animal Science, Natural Resources
- Demonstrates ability to manage classroom and shop area for effective instruction and efficient program management
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and coaching students toward workforce preparation
- Demonstrate professional and personal characteristics necessary for effective and positive interactions with students, colleagues, parents, and community
Essential Functions:
- Deliver VDOE-approved curriculum in pathways such as Plant Science, Animal Science, Agricultural Mechanics, Horticulture, Forestry, and Environmental Natural Resources.
- Integrate Virginia's "5 C's" (Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, and Citizenship) into daily lessons.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.
Additional Duties
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in various environments, including climate-controlled classrooms, humid greenhouses, and outdoor field conditions.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods while demonstrating mechanical or biological tasks.
Salary to be determined by 2026-2027 Salary Scale
For more information, you may contact:
Jenny Campbell, Assistant Superintendent
Grayson County Public Schools
412 East Main Street/P.O. Box 888
Independence, VA 24348
Telephone: 276-773-2832 Fax: 276-773-2939
Email: jennifer.campbell@gcpsva.org
Website: www.grayson.k12.va.us
Application Deadline: Until Filled
FLSA Status: Exempt
Grayson County is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or marital status.