Sycamore High School, located in Section 6, is adding a 5th part time Ag teacher/ Part time Science teacher to their program.  

Full-time position with teaching classes in both Science & Ag. Classes in each department will be determined at a later date depending on the candidate.

Sycamore High School has a woodworking, welding and agriculture shop, greenhouse, FFA plot and Agriculture barn. Sycamore has a strong and supportive administration that works with both the Agriculture and Science Department. The Sycamore FFA program also has a very supportive FFA Alumni.

Position includes collaborating with current agriculture teachers, Kara Poynter, Brooke Heinsohn, Baylee Newman and Christian Thurwanger, to expand the program through agriculture courses offered and creating new course offerings along with filling classes in the Science Department. 

Certification: Valid Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator License required in both Agriculture and Science.

Apply online at https://www.generalasp.com/dekalb/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High+School+Teaching&subcategory=Other

Brian Swanson
Principal, Sycamore High School
815-899-8160 or bswanson@syc427.org

Contact Person:

Apply via email to:

Alison Buckley, Principal

buckleya@tripointschools.org

Phone:  815-689-2110 ext. 317

Please send a letter of interest, resume, letters of reference, copy of transcripts, and a copy of proper license

Pontiac Township High School is seeking an Agriculture teacher beginning the 2025-2026 school year. Chosen candidate will work cooperatively with Mr. Jesse Faber. We embrace all the components of an agricultural program thus supporting, transporting, managing, and engaging students in FFA and SAE activities at the local, state, and national levels are expected. 

Facilities include classroom/office, shop with lab space, new 30 x 60 Greenhouse with attached 30x30 storage, environmental land lab, and an agronomy land lab. Greenhouse and land lab management and operation shared among Ag/FFA program staff and board approved volunteers. Other duties assigned as needed by administration. 

This is an extended year contract. Our award-winning program boasts a variety of agricultural courses and an active FFA chapter, with strong support from the community, alumni, and administration. 

PTHS offers a wide variety of classes including the following: 

• Introduction to Agriculture

• Basic Agriculture Science

• BSAA

• Dual Credit Horticulture/Landscaping

• Ag Business Management

• Natural Resources

• Dual Credit Crop Science

• Dual Credit Animal Science

• Supervised Agriculture Experience

The courses taught and other assigned supervisions are shared between two Agriculture teachers and assigned in collaboration with administration.

Qualifications

Current and valid professional educator license (PEL) for Agriculture Education OR Career and Technician Education Educator License with Stipulations (ELS). Valid IL driver license. Ability to teach agriculture courses for dual credit and science credit is a plus.

Salary/Benefits

PTHS participates in the Three Circle Grant 

We are very competitive as per collective bargaining agreement. Benefits include: 100% board paid single health/dental insurance and board paid TRS, paid sick and personal leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

Salary Range w/board paid TRS: starting range anticipated at $42924 - $65245. See District salary schedule based on experience, education, and calculated with paid TRS. Click for 2025-2026 Salary Schedule

Submit resume and letters of interest to: Superintendent Jon Kilgore jkilgore@pontiac90.org

Position open until filled.

Grade 9-12 Agriculture Teacher & FFA Advisor (District 3)

Start Date

August 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year

Description and Duties

Mount Pulaski High School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Agricultural Education teacher to join our team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside a seasoned co-teacher, Ralph Allen, before his upcoming retirement, ensuring a smooth transition in a program that is vital to our school and community. Agriculture is at the heart of Mount Pulaski, and our award-winning FFA program plays a crucial role in student success. The selected candidate will serve as the FFA advisor each year, as a term of continued employment, and should be committed to maintaining the program’s excellence. The position includes access to a large classroom, multiple storage spaces, and a newly renovated agriculture and welding shop, providing an outstanding environment for hands-on, career-focused learning. A local FFA plot is also planted and harvested through the supervision of this faculty member with use of school-owned farm implements.

Duties include, but are not limited to, instructing grades 9 through 12 agriculture classes which may include: Introduction to Ag., Basic Ag. Science and Natural Resources, Ag. Business Management, Ag. Mechanics, Ag. Machinery, Crop Science (dual credit), Animal Production (dual credit), Cooperative Work Study Program, or subjects with similar titles. We are seeking a candidate who is highly motivated, exceptional in disposition (caring, compassionate, patient), and extremely dedicated to the academic and social-emotional growth of all students. The district participates in the Three Circles FFA and SAE grant.

Qualifications
A successful candidate must have the proper Illinois teaching license and endorsement(s) for the teaching position. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach dual credit courses (through Lincoln Land Community College) or are willing to obtain the necessary credentials. 

Additional Notes

Mount Pulaski High School has just completed a construction and renovation project which includes an updated agriculture shop.

Mount Pulaski is located in southern Logan County, 11 miles south of Lincoln, IL, 21 miles northwest of Decatur, IL and 23 miles northeast of Springfield, IL.  The 9 - 12th grade enrollment is 175 students with 22 certified staff members, 3 para-professionals, 8 support staff, 1 school counselor, 1 administrator, 1 activities director and 1 half-time nurse.  The district is a member of the Tri County Special Education Association and the Illinois High School Association.

Salary/Benefits

The beginning salary for a first-year teacher with a bachelor's degree is $42,386 plus the District covers the member TRS Contribution of 9.8901% compounded. The beginning salary for a first-year teacher with a master’s degree is $44,107. Additional pay is given per year of creditable educational service. The district offers an extra FFA stipend (between $5,094 and $6,270 based on previous creditable experience as an FFA advisor). The district participates in the Three Circles FFA and SAE grant.The board grants sick leave based upon the following schedule: 0-10 years of teaching experience = 20 sick leave days per year, 10+ years of teaching experience = 25 sick leave days per year to accumulate with a cap of 400 total days. The board grants 3 personal leave days per school year. See the collective bargaining agreement for specifics and other benefits:

https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1378/CUSD23/3262020/2023-2026_Teacher_Contract.pdf26_Teacher_Contract.pdf

How to Apply

Send letter of interest, resume, three letters of reference, transcripts and PEL to Heather Fricke - hfricke@mp23schools.com (preferred via email) or via mail to Heather Fricke, Mt. Pulaski High School, 206 S. Spring St., Mount Pulaski, IL 62548. 

Deadline to apply: Applications should be received by Friday, April 25, 2025, with interviews expected to commence the following week.

Email Address
hfricke@mp23schools.com

School District

Alton High School, located in Madison County in Section 15, is seeking an Agriculture Teacher and FFA Advisor for the 2025–2026 school year. The successful candidate will take the lead in growing the program and FFA chapter, with opportunities to expand course offerings and develop student leadership, career development, and supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs).

The program has a dedicated ag classroom and shop space with the potential for growth in both curriculum. The district is seeking a passionate and innovative educator who will engage students in hands-on, real-world learning experiences and build partnerships within the school and community.

The required endorsement for this position is Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. An Industrial Arts endorsement is preferred but not required. 

Applications for the above opening will be accepted until the position is filled.

Please apply online at the following link:
https://skyward.iscorp.com/AltonCMTYSD11ILBus/ApplicantTracking/JobBoard/ViewAll/291

Description:
Rantoul Township High School is searching for an Agriculture Education Teacher.  Agriculture classes are some of the most requested classes at RTHS.  RTHS enjoys the demographics of a small urban community in a rural setting.  The student population is around 900 students.   A culture of collaboration has been established throughout the school.  RTHS receives students from 6 different feeder schools. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic who is focused on student success.  RTHS has a strong technology base.  Chromebooks are widely utilized throughout the school.  The Agriculture Education Teacher would be part of a strong Career and Technical Education program.  RTHS is committed to recruiting, hiring and retaining candidates of diversity.  The successful candidate will be part of a two teacher agriculture program.

Location:
Rantoul is located 15 miles north of Champaign-Urbana.  Rantoul is also equidistant from the three metropolitan areas of Chicago, Indianapolis and St. Louis.  The Village of Rantoul has approximately 12,000 residents.

Benefits:
Salary and benefits can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement at www.rths193.org.

Qualifications:
Illinois teacher licensure in the appropriate content area or Career and Technical Educator License

Apply:  

The link to apply is:  https://www.applitrack.com/roe9/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=21683&posFirstChoice=Licensed%20Secondary%20Teaching%20-%209th%20thru%2012th&posSpecialty=Agriculture

Candidates can also email Todd Wilson, Rantoul High School Principal, directly at toddwilson@rths193.org 

Tuscola High School, located about 25 miles south of Champaign-Urbana in Section 17, has an opening for an Agriculture Teacher/FFA Advisor for the 2025-2026 school year.  Tuscola participates in the 3 Circle Grant Program.

Courses offered include: Intro to Ag, Ag Science, Intro to Trades and Ag Mechanics, Animal Science, Horticulture and Welding. These courses are flexible each year to fit the strengths of the teacher. The agriculture program has a strong FFA chapter and community support. The department includes a mechanics shop, land lab, and greenhouse. To learn more about the school district visit http://cusd301.org/

In order to apply, send letter of application, resume, proof of certification and credentials to Mr. Justin Bozarth, Tuscola High School Principal (jbozarth@cusd301.org). More information can also be found at https://www.cusd301.org/page/employment

Charleston High School, located in Section 20, is seeking a full-time agriculture or Industrial Technology teacher for hire in August 2025. The newly hired teacher will work with the current agriculture teachers, Ben Oakley, Ellen Homann, and the other CTE teachers. FFA duties will be shared between the agriculture 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 interests and strengths 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. Currently using CASE plant and animal science curriculums. Classes can be assigned based upon the successful candidate.

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, a 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.

Shawnee High School has a full time agriculture teacher vacancy for the 2025-2026 school year. The school is located in Union County in Wolf Lake about 30 minutes north of Cape Girardeau, MO.

Potential course offerings include: Introduction to Ag, Natural Resources, Ag Mech I and II, Intro to Horticulture, Ag Business, Food Science, Animal Science or Basic Ag Science. Facilities include: classroom, mechanics lab, and greenhouse. The current contract is a 10 month contract (9 months teaching and 1 month for FFA sponsor). Start date is August 13, 2025. Salary BS &0 years =$36,108 through MS+16; 35 years = $72,893. Partial paid single health insurance and 100% paid TRS. Board paid $10,000 life insurance policy. Paid sick, personal and bereavement days.  

Website http://www.shawneedistrict84.com/

Send a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, valid Illinois Professional educator License and transcripts to:

Mrs. Karen Schaefer
Junior-Senior High School Principal
Shawnee Community Unit School District #84
3365 State Route 3 North
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
P: (618) 833-5307
F: (618) 833-5468
kschaefer@shawneedistrict84.com