Campus Description:
Bartlett is a rural school district with 450 students. We are located near Temple, Austin, Georgetown, and Round Rock. Our Secondary school enrollment hovers around 235 students. Bartlett ISD is a TIA (Teacher Incentive Allotment) and Hybrid school.
Primary Purpose:
Implement and manage the agricultural science program for assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate in agricultural science
Knowledge of agricultural science and technology
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to supervise agricultural field experiences
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
At least one year of student teaching or approved internship
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Maintain emotional control under stress
Frequent district and regional travel, occasional statewide travel, prolonged and irregular hours
Regular lifting and carrying moderate weight, frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing
Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and around machinery with moving parts
Exposure to extreme temperatures and biological and chemical hazards
Responsibilities
Implement and manage the agricultural science program for assigned campus
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth
Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Oversee Supervised Agricultural Experience Program (SAEP), including assisting students in selecting and managing projects and supervising school farm
Serve as advisor to local Future Farmers of American (FFA) chapter, including planning and conducting leadership, citizenship, cooperative, career development, and competitive activities for students at local, regional, and state level
Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned • Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities
Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)
Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements
Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s)
Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
Student Growth and Development
Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits
Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing
Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned
Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal
Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district
Classroom Management and Organization
Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
Accompany and supervise students at all off-campus activities including contests, workshops, and field trips associated with the agricultural science program and FFA
Oversee process of maintaining facilities and equipment including school farm
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
Supervise assigned teacher aide(s)