DAWSON SPRINGS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: AGRICULTURE TEACHER			 			JOB CLASS:   2080

BASIC FUNCTION

Responsible for the education of agriculture, food science, and natural resources for students. Give students vital skills that are important in the agriculture industry to include math, science, technology, communications, and management. 

 RESPONSIBILITIES 

•	Plan, organize and implement appropriate daily instructional lessons in an environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential, while utilizing district prescribed curriculum in the assigned area(s).
•	Maintain detailed records of student performance, maintain classroom order and work as a team member to complete and submit all paperwork, documentation, and reports in a timely manner.
•	Provide quality direct and indirect instructional services to meet the needs of students with a variety of learning abilities.
•	Conduct an instructional program that educates students about career pathways in agriculture that can be used as a guide to achieving necessary skills for continued education and employment
•	Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in a global economy
•	Remain abreast and inform students about agriculture and agricultural literacy
•	Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions
•	Attend in-area and state training meetings
•	Develop lesson plans which meet established school and national curriculum models
•	Adapt and reassess lesson plans to meet specific student needs, comply with newly implemented guidelines or rules and to update relevant information, to include new developments in education
•	Manage the diverse ability level of students by adapting the curriculum to fit individual student needs while maintaining overall class progress
•	Utilize a variety of educational resources, instructional materials and technology to enhance the teaching and learning process in a competent and effective manner
•	Clarify goals, objectives, standards and benchmarks of lessons and assignments.
•	Assess and record student development, while identifying strengths and weaknesses in students
•	Maintain a safe, respectful and positive learning environment, providing open communication with students, while promoting safety and compliance with school rules and guidelines
•	Communicate with parents on a regular basis, providing student progress reports to include both positive and negative behaviors
•	Attend and take part in all professional development activities, trainings and meetings
•	Participate in professional activities, continuing education and professional development that enhance the mission and goals of the school/district and meeting district standards
•	Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics 
•	Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the Principal, Assistant Principal or District Administration.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:
•	Agricultural science and technology
•	Curriculum and instruction
•	Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills 
•	Proficient use of classroom technology and equipment.

ABILITY TO:
•	Instruct students and manage their behavior
•	Establish a school climate which will prompt appropriate student behavior.
•	Work well with students with multiple ability levels and make modifications and/or accommodations for students in the regular classroom.  
•	Appropriately and effectively communicate with students, parents, District staff and members of the community both verbally and in writing.
•	Prepare clear, concise, grammatically correct letters, memos and other written documents. 
•	Exercise mature and professional judgment while teaching, dealing with others and working in a dynamic environment.
•	Be flexible, organized and take initiative. Exhibit a willingness to seek cooperative working relationships with district staff, participate in planned meetings and district trainings, as well as grow professionally. 
•	Maintain confidentiality of information concerning colleagues, students and parents.
•	Adhere to professional Codes of Ethics adopted by the Kentucky Education Standards Board.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 
•	Primarily indoor classroom environment but may require periodic outdoor duties and tasks. 
•	Position requires some lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, standing and sitting. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university with emphasis in agriculture education. Kentucky Teaching Certification with applicable endorsements preferred. Must have a valid Driver’s License and a clear driving record.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal, Assistant Principal and District Administration