Agriculture Science Teacher - Potential Opening

Hondo, Texas is a small community 45 miles west of San Antonio, with a very supportive FFA Booster Club. Additionally Hondo ISD has a very supportive Administration team that is proactive for agriculture education. Hondo FFA has a rich history of success at the state and national level.

• Hondo ISD is a 3-A High School, and Hondo FFA has over 100 enthusiastic and active FFA members.
• School district vehicles, trucks, buses and trailers provided for all school activities.
• Hondo ISD built a new 3.5 million dollar agriculture building and classrooms completed in 2018. Hondo ISD also maintains a very nice project center adjacent to the high school to house students' animal projects.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned (Agriculture Certification or alternative certification)
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

• Must complete assigned student teaching or applicable internship before start date. 

Additional Notes

• Serve as an FFA Advisor in a three teacher department

• Share supervisory duties for SAE projects 

• Train multiple LDE team that can be competitive in district, area and state

• Train multiple CDE teams that have a competitive nature to be able to advance to state.

• Experience with AET online record books and award applications

• CDL or willing to obtain

• Willingness to travel

• Willingness to work nights and weekends

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction, with preference in agricultural mechanics

• Willingness to be a part of a Team concept

• Work well in a team setting with effective communication among members of the team.

• Facilitate the interworking’s of FFA along with manage an active booster club chapter, by showing up for events outside of the normal school day

• Possess strong classroom skills and management

• Possess excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Instructional Strategies

• 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.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• 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.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development

• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students, 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 Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Salary : $52,500 - $72,633