Agriculture Teacher

River Delta Unified School District • Clarksburg, CA

7d • $63,741 - $113,527 • Hybrid

About The Position

The River Delta Unified School District is seeking an Agriculture Teacher to fill one position split between Delta High School and Clarksburg Middle School. This role operates on a block schedule and is responsible for planning, preparing, and implementing lesson plans, providing instruction, evaluating student progress, and performing related duties as outlined by California Education Code and District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures. The teacher will create a positive and learning environment, identify and select instructional materials, and supervise instruction support staff. They will also establish performance standards, administer tests, communicate with parents and students, and enforce school rules. The position involves participation in professional meetings, in-service training, and potentially extracurricular activities. The teacher will also be responsible for the care of books, supplies, and equipment, and maintaining a clean and safe classroom environment.

Requirements

• Copy of Valid California Single Subject Credential in Agriculture or Intern Credential
• Letter of Introduction
• Resume
• Minimum of three Letters of Reference dated no older than 2 years
• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Possession of a valid Teaching Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Knowledge of standard instructional methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of teaching principles and practices.
• Knowledge of curriculums for assigned grade level.
• Knowledge of pertinent, Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of recent developments, current literature and information related to curriculum.
• Knowledge of assessment techniques to identify and resolve student problems.
• Ability to prepare and implement lesson plans.
• Ability to learn and provide assistance to students requiring special medical assistance.
• Ability to assess student needs and develop appropriate instructional material.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Ability to work effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking or standing for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.

Nice To Haves

• 18% stipend given for Vocational Education duties required of position outside of contracted day.
• Annual Stipends given for the following if held: Masters $1000.00, Doctorate $1000.00, BCLAD $1000.00

Responsibilities

• Provide a learning environment that encourages individual differences and respect for the dignity and worth of each student; promote and encourage a positive and learning environment.
• Plan and prepare lessons; identify and select instructional material; provide instruction to students.
• Plan, assign, and direct the work of instruction support staff; train staff and review work practices.
• Establish standards of student performance which can be quantitively and qualitatively evaluated; prepare tests and assignments; correct papers and monitor student progress; prepare progress reports and report cards.
• Assist in the identification, assessments, and resolution of special student problems; participate in IEP and Student Study Committee meetings, as appropriate; participate in the development in student goals.
• Administer group tests in accordance with district and school testing programs; assess test results; identify student needs and provide appropriate instructional activities.
• Develop goals and prepare and implement specific objectives for assigned class according to Board and District Policy.
• Communicate with parents and students regarding the educational and social progress of students; identify areas for and methods for improvement.
• Supervise students; enforce District and school rules, regulations, policies and procedures; recommend disciplinary actions as necessary.
• Participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of changes and new developments related to teaching techniques and other techniques that have proven successful in the classroom.
• Attend regular in-service training.
• Exercise supervision and care over books, supplies, and equipment; instruct students on proper use and preservation of school properties.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.
• Participate in extracurricular activities.
• Procure and order supplies and equipment.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as outlined by California Education Code, District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures.

Benefits

• Credentialed Staff Salary Schedule
• Benefits up to $1500 monthly based on FTE, towards the purchase of District sponsored benefits.
• Staff development opportunities are provided, encouraged, and promoted.
• Strategic Schooling is ongoing in all our school sites and Common Core training and coaching is the top priority for the district currently.
• The district provides opportunities for staff to participate in on-going in-services in all curriculum areas.
• The district encourages advancement on the salary schedule for advanced classes taken to improve instruction in areas agreed upon by the teacher, principal, and Superintendent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level