Vacancy- 2022-2023 Mattoon High School Ag Teacher & FFA Advisor

Mattoon School District is seeking a full time Agriculture Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. Courses taught will be determined by the strengths of the hired candidate but will likely include; Animal Science, Plant Science, SAE, Ag Science and Career exploration. 

Facilities include a classroom with full set of lab quest equipment, ag mechanics shop with 16 multi process welding stations, 4' x 4' CNC plasma cutter, full powder coating capabilities, a 30' x 70' greenhouse, an 1,1000 gallon aquaponic system, setup for chickens, setup for rabbits or quail and a 9 acre plot. Within the program there are about 150 students enrolled. This is a 2 teacher program. 

The successful candidate will be paid based on the collective bargaining agreement. This position also includes an FFA stipend, 20 day extended contract and the Three Circles Grant. 

The Mattoon School District is active in supporting and growing it's CTE programs. The School Board and community have supported the development of a regional career center. This exciting opportunity is slated to open for the 2022 - 2023 school year. It is anticipated that the Ag program will be able to develop opportunities for regional students to attend in the near future. 

Visit the district's website at https://www.mattoon.k12.il.us/page/employment-opportunities to apply. If you are interested and have questions please contact the Principle Richard Stuart at richardstuart@mcusd2.com. For other questions regarding the program contact Ag Teacher Karl Rabe at karlrabe@mcusd2.com.