POSITION: Agriculture Teacher (full-time)

LOCATION: Whitko Career Academy, Larwill, IN

WORK SCHEDULE: Contracted Teacher Day - 184 Day Contract

Job Summary:

• This position is a full-time, permanent Agriculture Teacher at the Whitko Career Academy beginning with the 2024-25 school year. The Whitko Career Academy, in conjunction with Whitko Community Schools, provides a quality Career and Technical Education Program to students.
• The Whitko Career Academy is seeking an experienced, energetic, engaging professional with a genuine interest in teaching high school students a mix of theoretical and hands-on skills of agriculture. Major topics include plant science, food science, animal science, and small engine tractor repair.
• Applicants must possess or be able to obtain an Indiana Workplace Specialist Teaching License, and meet continuing education requirements to maintain teaching certification.
• Applicants should have industry recognized credentials and/or certifications that pertain to the position. College degree in an agriculture related field is preferred, but not required. Experience with dairy judging is also preferred, but not required.
• Applicants must complete the online application and upload additional required paperwork as requested.
• The Whitko School Corporation is dedicated to excellence and committed to maximizing every student's opportunity to reach their full potential for achievement. Our purpose is to provide a safe and healthy environment in which all students can learn. We embrace our responsibility in developing a caring school community that enables all students to become active and productive members of our diverse and ever-changing global society.
• Additional information on the Whitko Community School District may be found at www.whitko.org.

Instructional topics include:

Introduction to Agriculture, Advanced Food Science, Advanced Animal Science, Advanced Plant Science.

Key areas include:

• Utilize a curriculum map, plan lessons, deliver assessments, etc,
• Instruct and demonstrate how to apply knowledge and to develop skills
• Demonstrate and supervise the safe and proper use of tools and equipment
• Monitor students' progress, assign tasks, and grade assignments
• Discuss students' progress with parents, students, and counselors
• Develop and enforce classroom rules and safety procedures
• Meet expectations as assigned by administration

Qualifications:

• Agriculture 5-12 teaching license or
• Workplace Specialist license in Agriculture field as detailed below:

Eligibility for the Workplace Specialist I License:

Workplace Specialist I: Initial (Two-year license)

• Minimum requirement: High School Diploma. A first applicant must send in a photocopy.
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age
• Employment in an accredited educational program to teach in a specific vocational area. If working through the Department of Corrections, the applicant must submit a letter on DOC letterhead indicating that employment will occur if license is obtained.
• Occupational experience (Select one):
• 5,000 hours (about 2.5 years of experience) in the last five (5) years.

Eligibility for the Workplace Specialist I License (continued):

• 4,000 hours (about 2 years) in the past ten (10) years and demonstration of occupational competency tests.
• 4,000 hours (about 2 years) in the past ten (10) years and evidence of occupational licensure or occupational proficiency based on approved regional, state, or national board training and evaluation.
• 4,000 hours (about 2 years) in the past ten (10) years and completion of an accredited 2-year or higher degree in the specific certification area
• 4,000 hours (about 2 years) in thhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeb5iv_rp1l3-3KMPgSsa-DfnYQnNPN2Gc_Rs8Xxwz3tEIJ8w/viewform?usp=sf_linke past ten (10) years and completion of an apprenticeship or internship program.
• Note: All occupational experience must be verified by submitting letters from current or former employees specifying and considering the following:
• job titles and duties;
• hours worked per week;
• starting/ ending dates;
• the name and title of the employer;
• must be on company letterhead;
• only work experience in the certification area will be accepted;
• verification for self-employed: Submit the Profit/Loss statements from the federal income tax returns.
• Only on-line applications considered 2223-05

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $41,250.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

• 10th grade
• 11th grade
• 12th grade
• 9th grade

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work setting:

• In-person
• Public school

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)
• Agriculture: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Larwill, IN 46764: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person