Dwayne
O. Andreas Ag Academy
Agricultural Education Intern
Internship Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking an energetic, responsible intern to join our
growing program. In this position, you will be expected to work with Decatur
Public Schools agricultural educators to lead student activities, manage FFA
programs and coordinate SAE enterprises including our school-based Living
Science Farm.
Anticipated
Responsibilities:
CURRICULUM
DEVELOPMENT
Create and develop agriculture
curriculum under guidance from licensed teachers to include one unit of
curriculum for Introduction to Agricultural Science, an instructional plan for
school-farm visitors, and leadership development activities for officer/leader
retreats.
SAE
DEVELOPMENT
Work with students to develop
and grow SAE projects (farm and non-farm) through SAE visits, school farm
participation and planning, and periodic AET records review for summer activities.
FFA
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Contribute to planning,
coordinating and supervising FFA programs such as Illinois FFA State Convention,
DPS Farm Progress Show display/booth, Decatur Celebration, Illinois FFA Camp,
and chapter officer team retreats.
SCHOOL
FARM MANAGEMENT
Assist in coordinating school
farm activities such as student and volunteer working schedules, student and group
visitors, and produce production, harvest and distribution.
Skills Needed
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
- Self-directed
and able to work without supervision
- Energetic and
eager to tackle new projects and ideas
- Possess
personal vehicle for transportation as needed
Typical Working
Week*
- 2-3 days in
Decatur, IL or with Decatur Public Schools students working on FFA programs,
SAE development or school farm activities.
- 2-3 days
working remotely on curriculum development, planning, etc.
*Note
that time will vary depending on program activities and student needs.
Compensation:
- Compensation will be based on an hourly wage commensurate
of experience.
- Weekly time reports will be submitted to intern supervisor.
- Hourly time reports will consist of working-hours only, not
travel.
- Internship will last approximately 10 weeks – June 1st
– August 15th.
Requirements:
- High school degree or equivalent; must be enrolled in an
accredited university/college program working towards receiving a degree in
agricultural education or related field.
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) as well as familiar with The AET online
record-keeping.
- Must be 18 years of age, and must be subject to standard background
check.
Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter
to Mr. Zach Shields at zshields@dps61.org by November
15th, 2020. Follow-up interviews will be requested as needed. Questions or
inquiries can also be addressed to Zach Shields.
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Megan Coy
Facilitating Coordination in Ag Education (FCAE)
Phone: 217-493-8791 Cell: 217-493-8791
Email: mcoy@ilaged.org
Address: 801 N. Country Fair Dr, Champaign, IL 61820