Agriscience Teacher (Cte)

Reports To: Principal

Work Days: 10 Months (204 Days)

Salary: Certified Salary CT ($50,812 - $102,410) Depending on Degree Level

Location: P. D. Jackson-Olin High School

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Goal: To facilitate student comprehension and application of concepts skills and behaviors that contributes to the development of mature, able and responsible members of society.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops, and conducts classes from the approved Alabama Course of Study for Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources with a focus on Hydroponics.
• Assists students enrolled in Agriscience education classes to plan, develop, and conduct agricultural experience activities appropriate to their occupational goals.
• Provide rigorous curriculum that aligns with Alabama Department of Education (ALSDE) and Career & Technical Education (CTE) Course of Study.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials relevant to assigned agriscience courses.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
• Coordinates a local program advisory committee.
• Assists and advises officers, committees, and members of the local FFA chapter, participates in at least one program-related competition per year.
• Adheres to deadlines set forth by Alabama FFA for membership dues, other fees, and reports.
• Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities, local board policies, and state and federal rules and regulations.
• To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible members of society.
• Promotes placement and postsecondary success of students in agriculture-related pathways; assists all students in making informed decisions regarding occupational goals in agriculture.
• Evaluates the educational program and/or student progress.
• Communicates with parents/guardians, colleagues, and community groups.
• Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Maintains and submits records and reports in timely manner.
• Engages in professional growth & demonstrate professional ethics & leadership.
• And performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Agriculture, Agriscience, Agriscience Education, or in a related area.
• Must be eligible to obtain a valid Alabama teacher certificate in Agriscience Education or CTE certification options for Agriscience.
• Note: Employment experience gained in the private employment sector may be considered when filling specified positions, which are not traditionally in the education field, but include specialized training or certifications.

Application Requirements:

• Completed Application (HireTrue)
• Resume (uploaded to application - HireTrue)
• Three (3) returned References (HireTrue)
• *PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*

Physical Requirements: Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

Revised: August 2025

All candidates must submit to a background check. Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.