High School Agriculture Teacher (Central Campus)

Des Moines Public School District • Des Moines, IA

6h

About The Position

Des Moines Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the 26-27 school year to serve as an Agriculture Teacher at Central Campus. This position will start in July 2026 and is year-round . Please note: The posted salary is drawn from the 25-26 Salary Schedule as the 26-27 Salary Schedule is not yet final. TITLE: TCHR Central Campus Agriculture Teacher POSITION TYPE: TCHR

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or related experience in Agriculture, Agriscience, Agribusiness, Animal Science, Plant Science, Agricultural Education, or related field.
• Holds or is eligible to obtain one of the following Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE) licenses: 5–12 Agriculture 5–12 Agriscience/Agribusiness 5–12 Agriculture CTE Cluster Authorization
• Relevant industry experience in agriculture, agribusiness, animal science, plant science, or related field
• Completion of required coursework in pedagogy
• Background check and BOEE application process
• The district will support qualified candidates through the licensure process.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching or training experience.
• Experience with CASE curriculum.
• Experience advising FFA or youth leadership organizations.
• Industry experience in animal science, plant science, agribusiness, or related agricultural field
• Strong knowledge of agricultural science principles.
• Ability to manage laboratory and applied learning environments safely.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students and industry partners.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to student leadership development.
• Ability to supervise students in extended-day FFA activities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver standards-aligned instruction using the CASE Animal & Plant Science curriculum.
• Design and facilitate hands-on laboratory, greenhouse, and applied learning experiences.
• Implement formative and summative assessments aligned to Iowa CTE Agriculture standards.
• Maintain safe laboratory and shop environments consistent with district and OSHA standards.
• Integrate Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects into student learning.
• Advise and oversee the FFA chapter, including meetings, competitions, leadership development, conferences, and community events.
• Support students in career exploration, industry certifications, and postsecondary pathways.
• Collaborate with CTE staff and academic teachers to integrate cross-curricular connections.
• Maintain accurate student records and participate in data review processes.
• Communicate regularly with families, industry partners, and community stakeholders.
• Participate in professional learning related to CASE, agricultural industry trends, and instructional best practices.
• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
• Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

Benefits

• All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check.
• Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time