Teacher - Vocational - Agricultural Science

Reports to:               Principal

Duty Day:                 187 Days

Wage/Hour Status:  Exempt

Pay Grade:               I00 (Pay Based on Years of Experience - 

                                  Teacher Hiring Schedule)

Date Revised:           06-23

You just might be the person we are looking for if you have:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

Possess or be eligible for a valid teaching certificate for Vocational Agricultural Science.

Possess a valid Texas driver’s license, and be capable of attaining Bus Driving Certification.

Possess basic computer skills as needed.

The mission of this role:

Work with the Agricultural Science students, parents, community, principal, instructional specialist, and the Director of Career and Technology Education to coordinate the Agricultural Science program and mission within the framework of the philosophy, goals, and policy established by the Board, within the statutes and standards of regulatory agencies, and in accordance with administrative regulations.

What success looks like for this role:

• Teach multiple Agricultural Science courses as assigned on campus.
• Be willing to attend certification classes as deemed necessary by district personnel.
• Develop and support student leadership and judging teams, which will require frequent travel.
• Lead and coordinate FFA Chapter activities.
• Work with multiple teachers both at the campus and district level.
• Supervise student projects (SAEP’s) including those at the KISD Project Center and student homes.
• Coordinate assigned tasks as related to Katy ISD Progress Show and the Katy ISD Livestock Show.
• Interact effectively with FFA Booster Club.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of programs and projects as required by law, District policy, or administrative regulations.
• Exhibit and encourage high professional and ethical standards.
• Support, communicate, and interpret District goals, policies, procedures, and directives to the staff under his/her direction and supervise their implementation.
• Professionally communicate and interpret District goals, policies, administrative procedures, and TEA regulations to the various publics.
• Maintain a positive image of the school by involving community members, business and industry, and agencies in a supportive role.
• Attend Agricultural Science teachers’ meetings as scheduled.
• Submit necessary forms in a timely manner:  including, but not limited to travel, student trip forms, itineraries, project visitations, etc.

Potential leadership opportunities in this role:

• Supervise Agricultural Science projects and student teacher(s)
• Aspiring Assistant Principals Academy

Why work for Katy ISD?

• Overall A rating from the Texas Education Agency
• Forbes rating – one of the best employers in the state of Texas
• Niche rating – top school district in the Houston area
• World-class professional development and training opportunities to grow our network of confident and innovative teachers
• Inclusive work environment where collaboration and teamwork are embedded in the culture and diversity is highly valued
• Competitive pay for teachers
• Advanced degree stipend for Master’s or Doctorate degree
• Additional stipends for certain positions such as coaching, fine arts, bilingual, and some special education positions
• Teacher Incentive Allotment provides additional pay for Recognized, Exemplary, and Master teachers in designated classroom teaching positions
• Employee benefits include RediMD Telemedicine and EAP for mental healthcare
• Positive work-life balance

Workplace operational environment to include:

Physical demands/environment factors: May require standing for long periods of time. Frequent stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.  Work with large and small animals.

Mental demands:  Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to instruct; maintain emotional control under stress.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.