Pecatonica High School (District 1)- Agriculture Teacher & FFA Advisor

Pecatonica High School, located in Section 1 in Winnebago County, has a full-time opening for an Agriculture Teacher and Co-FFA Advisor for the start of the 2024-2025 school year.  Applicants need to meet the State of Illinois certification to teach students in grades 6-12 with appropriate endorsements and credentials.  Successful candidate will Join  the current Ms. Adrianne Hall to be apart of the multi teacher program.

This agriculture program boasts a variety of agricultural courses and an active FFA chapter.  Current facilities include an agriculture classroom, greenhouse, orchard, garden, bees and a cold frame greenhouse. Possible courses to be taught will be based on candidates strength.

Salary and benefits are determined based on experience & education per the collective bargaining agreement. The position includes a stipend for the FFA Advisor position and the district has been a 3-Circles Grant recipient in the past. 

Contact Person:

Todd France, Principal, Pecatonica High School- toddfrance@pecschools.com. 

Prairie Central High School, located in Section 9, is seeking a full- time Industrial Technology/Agriculture Education teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Courses to be taught could include: Orientation to Industrial Technology, CAD, Construction Tools, Advanced Woods, Metals, Geometry in Construction, and Home Maintenance

Qualifications:

Candidates must: be licensed in the state of Illinois to teach Industrial Technology or Agriculture; have the ability to work well with administration, staff, students and parents; be a positive influence on students and staff; and have strong organizational skills. 

Salary/Benefits:

Competitive, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Prairie Central will be negotiating a new contract for next school year. The state minimum teacher salary for FY25 is $41,188. Actual salary will depend on negotiated wages taking into consideration experience and education. A sign-on bonus is available. 
This position may include extended contract days with an option to utilize the Three Circle Grant.

Prairie Central is in the midst of constructing an addition on its Ag/IT wing, providing additional support and opportunities for students and staff.

Contact Person: 
Wade Czerwonka, Principal 
Prairie Central High School  
411 N 7th Street  
Fairbury, IL 61739 
815-692-2355

Immediate Vacancy- Decatur Eisenhower Ag Teacher/FFA Advisor

The Dwayne O. Andreas Ag Academy (www.itstartswithag.com) seeks an Agriculture Teacher/FFA Advisor to join the current Andreas Ag Academy staff comprised of Becca Merrill, Delia Jackson, Scott Davidson, and Clayton Thomas. The successful applicant will take up teaching duties at Eisenhower High School in August 2023. This new position will join an agriculture teaching team managing three sites – one teacher at each high school, and three at the new FFA Agriculture Education Center; this team works cooperatively to advise two Andreas Academy FFA Chapters. Students from Eisenhower and MacArthur High Schools jointly operate horticulture and livestock activities. 

For the 2023-2024 academic year, the Andreas Academy will transition most instruction to the $11 million FFA Agriculture Education Center. The facility is under construction and slated for completion in Spring 2023. This facility and adjoining production acreage will house Andreas Academy courses and serve as a host site for regional and state chapters to meet for special events. Responsibilities for this posted include teaching Introduction to Agriculture and Ag Biology. These are our most pivotal courses for new Academy students before transitioning to the new center. The Academy is now offering17 separate courses for older students, with several thematic pathways available in Power and Structural Systems, Animal Science, Plant Science, Natural Resources, Agribusiness and Leadership, and Food Science. 

Created through partnership with the Howard G. Buffett Foundation – www.thehowardgbuffettfoundation.org – the Andreas Academy has grown to 465 students in its fifth year of operation. Its objective is to engage non-traditional students in exploring careers in Agriculture. 100% of the students are FFA members, with a focus on encouraging creative SAE immersions. More than 80 area businesses, such as Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), media outlets, family farms and community partners operate as an advisory panel in support of the program. The Academy continues to strengthen ties with the four major universities in Illinois that provide agriculture education to create strategic connections with other collegiate agricultural programs.

An important component of Andreas Academy activities is managing a 15-acre Living Science Farm (www.facebook.com/LivingScienceFarm) to host instructional enrichment activities for animal science, agriculture test and production plots, student-run entrepreneurship, and related hands-on learning experiences.

The successful applicant may have a special interest in one or more focus areas but must demonstrate proficiency in facilitating classwork for each pathway. Instructors utilize both CASE curriculum and other online-focused resources to deliver content. The Academy covers costs for CASE training and other relevant professional development opportunities. This position offers a competitive salary/benefits package, including significant additional compensation through the Three Circle Grant.  To apply for the position click here.

Zach Shields
Executive Director – Decatur Public Schools Foundation

zshields@dps61.org

(217) 362-3042 (office)

(217) 853-4722 (cell)

Charleston High School, located in Section 20, is seeking a full-time agriculture education or Industrial Tech teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. The newly hired teacher will work with current agriculture teachers Emmalyn Walk, Ben Oakley and the other CTE teachers.

The Charleston High School Ag Ed program is a three-circle program. Currently there are 300+ students enrolled in Ag Ed and Ind. Tech classes. The Charleston CUSD #1 administration, board of education, alumni, and community are very supportive of these programs.

Classes to be taught would be based upon the interest and strength of the successful candidate. Current courses offered are Introduction to Agriculture, Ag Science, Horticulture, Welding, Small Engines, Ag Mech & Tech, Adv. Ag Mech & Tech, Geometry & Construction, Production Tech, CAD, and Construction Trades.

The Ag and Ind. tech program recently went under a major renovation in 2022 and has state-of-the-art facilities. The facilities include: Two classrooms, one shared office space, a wood shop, greenhouse, a mechanics/welding shop, a CNC Plasma Table, a CAD Lab, 1-1 computers, and considerable storage space.

Interested candidates should apply online at the District Website: https://www.charleston.k12.il.us/page/employment

Candidates will be paid based on the collective bargaining agreement, including participation in the Three-Circle Grant.

Paris High School, located in Edgar County in Section 18, is taking applications for a full-time agriculture instructor and FFA advisor for the 2024-25 academic year.  Current Illinois Professional Educator License with proper endorsements to teach a variety of Agriculture classes. Responsibilities include, but are not limited, teaching Animal Science, Ag Business, Intro to Agriculture, Horticulture and being a FFA Sponsor. Facilities and equipment are state of the art, including a welding lab, greenhouse, mechanics shop, wood shop, and dedicated Ag laboratory.  To learn more about the district visit http://pchs.k12.il.us/ 

The position may include an extended contract.   Paris participated in the 3 Circle Grant this past year and plans to continue next year.

Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a copy of your Illinois Teaching License to

Mr. Mark Cox (coxm@pchs.k12.il.us)
Paris High School Assistant Principal
14040 E 1200th Road
Paris, IL 

Application deadline is June 15th, 2024.  For more information email coxm@pchs.k12.il.us.

Sangamon Valley High School, located in Section 16, is looking for a dynamic and dedicated teacher with the passion and patience our students deserve.  We seek candidates who will engage our students.  The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Agriculture Education courses along with our current agriculture teacher, Britney Denton.  Coaching opportunities and club sponsorships are also available.  Potential class offerings include Intro to Ag, Plant Science, Greenhouse Management, Animal Science, Vet Tech, Food Science, Ag Business Management, and Ag Mechanics.

Salary is regionally competitive and based on the current collective bargaining agreement, as well as participation in the 3 Circles Grant.  The school district pays 100% of the employee’s health insurance and retirement.  You can access the current contract here: SVEA Contract.

To apply, email cover letter, resume, proof of license, transcripts and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Jonathan Field, High School Principal, jfield@sangamonvalley.org

Brownstown School District, located in Section 19, is seeking applicants for a high school agriculture teacher & FFA Advisor of the upcoming school year.  Classes include CASE Intro to AFNR, CASE Agribusiness Foundations, CASE Food Science & Safety, CASE Plant Science, CASE Animal Science, NC3 Lincoln Electric Welding & Mechanics.

Facilities include an Ag building with 2 classrooms, one used for storage, 32 acre land lab, shop with 3 welding booths, aquaponics & hydroponics systems, new barn with possible ability to raise livestock seasonally, STV CNC plasma table and full material set up for all CASE courses.

Certified teacher contract as negotiated with the Brownstown Education Association and extended contract.  Brownstown participates in the 3 Circle Grant program

To apply, send a letter of interest, resume, credentials, copy of transcripts, and letters of recommendation to:

Jeff Wooters, Principal
Brownstown Jr/Sr High School
421 S College Ave
Brownstown, IL 62418
jwooters@bcusd201.com

Thompsonville High School, located in Section 21, is seeking a full time agriculture teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Courses taught will be determined by the strengths of the hired candidate and the high school needs. 

Facilities include classroom and shop. Within the program there are approximately 35 students taking an agriculture education course. 

More information can be found at the school website. Candidates should have a valid Illinois Teacher License. Candidates will be paid based on the collective bargaining agreement.  This position also includes an FFA stipend. 

To apply the following should be submitted to the Principal no later than May 3, 2024. 

• Letter of Application

• Resume

• References

Breese Central High School #71, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Agriculture Education Teacher and FFA Advisor for the 2024-25  school year. The newly hired individual will be serving as the second teacher and will be working with Mrs. Harley Painter. 

Facilities include a classroom, shop and new greenhouse. Within the agriculture department there are currently 180 students taking an agriculture education course with 100% FFA membership. Current courses offered, but are able to be adapted due to strengths of the hired individual, include Intro to Agriculture Industry, Ag Business, Soil Science and Vet Science. 

Candidates should have a valid Illinois Teacher License. Candidates will be paid based on the collective bargaining agreement.  This position also may include an FFA stipend or the Three Circles Grant. 

Before May 31, please send a letter of interest, resume and evidence of licensure to: Central Community High School District #71, Attn: Mr. Roger Freeze, Principal, 7740 Old State Route 50, Breese, IL 62230.  The application materials can also be emailed to rfreeze@centralcougars.org. 

Interviews will be conducted as applications are received and the position may be filled prior to the application deadline.   

Mater Dei High School, located in Section 22, is seeking a full time agriculture teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Courses taught will be determined by the strengths of the hired candidate and the high school needs. Agriculture department facilities include a classroom as well as a wood shop. Within the second year of the program there are approximately 30 students taking an agriculture education course and there is an expectation for more students in 2024-2025.  

More information can be found at the school website. Candidates should have a valid Illinois Teacher License or 60 college credits with 2,000 hours of Agriculture work experience.  This position also includes serving as the chapter FFA Advisor. 

To apply the following should be submitted to the Principal no later than July 26, 2024. 

• Letter of Application

• Resume

Email information to:

Mr. Dennis Litteken, Principal

Mater Dei High School 

dlitteken@materdeiknights.org