Anticipated Agriculture Science/Technology Education Teacher 7-12

POSITION: Agriculture Science/Technology Education Teacher 7-12

STARTING DATE: ASAP/Flexible

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: 1.0 FTE

QUALIFICATIONS: NYS Certification in Agriculture Education and/or Technology Education

SALARY RANGE: As per negotiated NCTA contract ($43,654 - $90,747 (MA))

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply through WNYRIC Job Application System. Visit www.northcollins.com for application details.

DESCRIPTION: Agriculture Science/Technology teacher is responsible for creating a classroom environment that develops in each student an awareness of the role of agriculture and technology education.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches skills, knowledge, and scientific attitudes through courses in agriculture/technology education to students utilizing relevant curriculum.
• Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the district's basic instructional philosophy to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students.
• Plans an agriculture/technology education program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student experiments; organizes activities for optimal learning.
• Instructs students in the proper use, care and safe handling of equipment.
• Evaluates academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, and keeps appropriate records to include attendance reports, checklists, other recordkeeping activities as necessary.
• Provides for safe storage and proper use of materials, equipment and tools.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior for a productive learning environment during class sessions and field trips.
• Evaluates each student's growth in knowledge and skills in the course being taught.
• Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned by administration.