SUPERVISOR:  Principal           

FLSA:  Exempt

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 months

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The selected candidate will use and evaluate instructional materials and resources, including technology that support the curriculum of Agricultural Science Education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s Degree from an approved teacher preparation program in agriculture education or
2. A Technical Professional License with coursework in plant science, animal science, agricultural mechanics and applied technology with a lab component, forestry and wldlife management and horticulture.
3. Teaching experience preferred.
4. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, DUTIES AND ABILITIES

1. Demonstrates an accurate knowledge of agriculture and effectively addresses appropriate CTE VDOE curriculum standards.
2. Develops in each student awareness and understanding of basic skills, knowledge, and resources applicable to the hair industry.
3. Maintains an active leadership student organization, FFA. Instills in each student effective, safe working habits, the importance of continuation of his/her education, and the development of successful work ethics.
4. Humanizes instruction by planning a program of study that meets the individual needs of students
5. Plans purposeful assignments for student teachers, aides, and substitute teachers 
6. Assists in the evaluation, selection, and requisition of books, equipment, audio-visuals, and other supplementary materials 
7. Implements all curriculum programs adopted system wide in a positive and efficient manner
8. Participates in curriculum development appropriate to assignment
9. Establishes clear objectives for all learning experiences and communicates these objectives to students
10. Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with students
11. Provides and maintains student progress or assessment through data.
12. Speaks clearly using fluent and appropriate language in well-modulated tones
13. Ensures proper setup and storage of program resources.
14. Promptly and accurately handles routine matters involving reports, records and moneys
15. Takes all necessary precautions to protect and to maintain facilities, equipment, and materials 
16. Returns materials to their assigned place or designated personnel promptly after use 
17. Emphasizes and enforces safety factors within the classroom, building, and throughout school property
18. As an extension of classroom management responsibilities supervises students throughout the school as assigned, or as circumstances require
19. Establishes reasonable classroom rules with consistent enforcement occurring in a positive way
20. Cooperates with administrative and supervisory staff in the evaluation process
21. Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with co-workers relative to school matters 
22. Complies with and enforces school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies.
23. Attends and participates in faculty meetings and other professional meetings as required.
24. Coordinates relevant work-based learning opportunities for students.
25. Cooperates and collaborates with other staff members to plan instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
26. Completes reasonable special assignments as determined by the Principal and assists the school administration.
27. Provides long and short-range professional development goals and plans through the program of study.
28. Participates in and provides business partners for the CTE Advisory Board.
29. Sponsors the local chapter of their respective CTSO (Career & Technical Student Organization); Encourages and assists students in competition preparation.
30. Fosters workplace readiness skills by strategically integrating Virginia’s 5Cs into daily lesson plans.
31. Provides and monitors an updated program inventory list required by law, school division policy, and administrative regulations.
32. Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This job operates in a professional, school environment. This role routinely uses standard equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate clearly. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach, and sit for extended periods of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties that will be performed by this employee.  The teacher shall be required to follow any other instructions and to do any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or designee. King William County Public Schools reserves the right to update or change this job description and related duties at any time.

HOW TO APPLY: Applications may be completed online at King William County Public Schools www.kwcps.k12.va.us. All candidates must submit an application. Individuals who do not meet the minimum qualifications of the position or who fail to submit all requested information by the deadline date (when applicable) will not be considered. Current staff members need to submit an application. Applications will remain active for one year.

BACKGROUND SCREENING: The selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check (fingerprinting). 

For additional information please contact:

Mrs. Tina Rudd
Director of Human Resources 

King William County Public Schools

P.O. Box 185, King William, VA 23086

Office: (804) 769-3434

Fax: (804) 885-5010

Email: trudd@kwcps.k12.va.us

King William County Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or other basis prohibited by state law relating to discrimination in its employment practices or educational programs and activities, as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504.