How to Apply

Please send a letter of interest, resume, unofficial transcripts, and ISBE credentials to:
Orangeville High School
Mrs. Julie Katzenberger, Superintendent
jkatzenberger@orangevillecusd.com
201 S. Orange St. Orangeville, IL 61060

Or apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/orangeville/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=276

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

Marquette Academy, located in Section 7 in Ottawa, is a Catholic high school seeking an Agriculture Teacher & FFA Advisor for the 24-25 school year. Marquette is a relatively new FFA Chapter with lots of room for growth and students who are excited to be a part of the program. 

Courses currently taught include Intro to Ag, Plant & Animal Biololgy, and Ag Business.

They have a very supportive administration and strong agricultural community support with a very active FFA Alumni.

Both full-time and part-time candidates will be considered, and interviews will continue until a great candidate is found.

For more information, or to apply, contact Ms. Brooke Rick, Principal, by email at brick@marquetteacademy.net.

Marquette Academy  815-433-0125 Ext 1013. 

Flanagan-Cornell High School in Livingston County (Section 9) is looking for an Agricultural Teacher/FFA Advisor to teach alongside Jessica Chipman. FCHS is proud to have two Ag teachers in our department along with an award-winning FFA program. The newly hired teacher would teach classes that are agricultural and career-centered, as well as, to serve as the co-FFA sponsor for the high school.  

Classes offered include: Intro to Ag, Ag Mechanics, Ag Business, Ag Science, Basic Horticulture Science, and Advanced Horticulture (dual-credit). This year we also hope to offer exploratory courses for 5th - 8th grade students. Courses would be split between our current Ag teacher and the new addition to our team based on teacher strengths. 

Flanagan-Cornell participates in the 3 Circles Grant.

Although FCHS is small, we are proud of the quality of education and opportunities that we provide our students. Prospective teachers should expect small class sizes, a family-friendly environment, and two supportive communities. Each student has their own school-issued Chromebook and access to the Google Suite. We have an extremely supportive board of education, administrative team, and staff who are willing to do what it takes for our students and our communities. We look forward to showing you what Falcon Pride means to us!

Please submit a letter of interest, resume with 3 current references, and copy of teaching certificate to: 

Kelli Stanley, High School Principal   

Flanagan-Cornell High School

202 E Falcon Hwy

Flanagan, IL 61740

 or email:kstanley@fc74.org

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• Work cooperatively with a team of Agriculture teachers to ensure consistency of instruction.
• Contribute to and support curriculum development and instructional improvement.
• Use research based methods to develop engaging lessons that require higher order thinking.
• Prepare teaching plans, demonstrations, and instructional materials for Agriculture Science and Technology classes.
• Coordinate, maintain inventories, and keep record of the agriculture materials and equipment for classroom and laboratory.
• Advise and evaluate students regarding Supervised Agriculture Experience Programs.
• Conduct site visits and keep records of SAE's at the local and state levels as recommended by the State Department of Education.
• Accommodate students with a variety of skills, abilities, and challenges.
• Work cooperatively with teacher of all departments to support a collaborative school culture.
• Accept professional development opportunities and commit to continual improvement.
• Communicate effectively both written and verbal.
• Communicate high expectations for teaching and learning.
• Provide strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Be willing to serve as advisor for the FFA chapter. Be willing to work with the FFA Alumni members.

Hartsburg-Emden in Logan County (Section 14) is looking for an Agricultural Teacher to teach classes that are agricultural and career centered, as well as, to serve as the FFA sponsor for the high school.  The district offers many perks like smaller class sizes, teacher autonomy, and a newly updated Ag Building built especially for this position. 

The updated Ag Building includes one classroom, existing wood shop, a brand new mechanic shop with four welding booths, new welders, and automotive workspace. Behind the shop sits a greenhouse.

Classes to be taught are introduction to agriculture, horticulture, agriculture business management, veterinary technology, 8th grade agriculture, natural resources and BSAA in yearly rotation, and carpentry and ag mechanics in yearly rotation.

Hartsburg-Emden participates in the 3 Circles Grant and provides an FFA stipend.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, three letters of recommendation, copy of college transcripts, Illinois Professional Educator License and 3 references to: 

Cory Brown, District Principal   

Hartsburg-Emden CUSD #21 

400 W. Front Street 

Hartsburg, IL 62643

 or email: cbrown@hartem.org

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)

Heritage High School is seeking a full-time Industrial Technology/Agriculture Education teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.  Courses to be taught could include: Architectural Drafting CAD, Communication & Energy Technology, Construction, Engineering Drafting CAD, Introduction to Drafting, Introduction to House Construction, Production & Transportation Technology, Welding Materials & Processing and Woodworking Materials & Processing.  Heritage High School has equipment, tools and hardware in an expansive shop and CAD lab. 

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.  Accelerated CTE Licensure may be available through ISBE.

To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to Heritage High School Principal, Corey White at corey.white@heritage8.org.

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 Superintendent. 

• Letter of Application

• Resume

• References

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

Cobden High School, located in Section 24, is seeking a full time agriculture teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Facilities include classroom, shop and small greenhouse. Within the program there are approximately 50 students taking an agriculture education course. Courses that have been taught in the past include Animal Science, Basic Ag Mechanics, Basic Ag Science, Forestry, Horticulture Production and Wildlife Management. Courses taught will be determined by the strengths of the hired candidate and the high school needs.

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 and/or the Three Circles Grant. 

To apply the following should be submitted to the Superintendent no later than June 28, 2024:

• Letter of Application

• Resume

• Copy of Transcripts

• Proof of License

Email information to:

Mr. Shoemate, Superintendent

413 North Appleknocker Lane

Cobden, IL 62920

eshoemate@cusd17.com

Sesser-Valier 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 100 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 with a possibility of three circles in the future. 

To apply the following should be submitted to the Principal no later than June 21, 2024. 

• district application form

• formal letter of application

• current resume 

• copy of transcript

• copy of Professional Educator License(s)

• three current reference letters 

Email information to:

Natalie M. Page, Principal

Sesser-Valier High School

4626 State Highway 154

Sesser, IL 62884

npage@sv196.org

Wabash Community Unit School District #348, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Agriculture Education Teacher. The newly hired individual will be serving as the second teacher and will be working with Mrs. Brittany Brown.   

Facilities include classrooms, shop and a greenhouse. Within the agriculture department there are currently 150 students taking an agriculture education course. Current courses offered, but are able to be adapted due to strengths of the hired individual, include Basic Ag Science, Basic Horticultural Science, Horticulture Production and Management, Basic Ag Mechanics and Agricultural Welding. 

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 or  three circles grant. 

Before July 2, 2024, please send a letter of interest, resume, unofficial transcripts, and copy of licensure to:

Mt. Carmel High School

Mr. Andrew Shelby, Principal

ashelby@wabash348.com

201 Pear Street, Mt. Carmel, IL 62863

Mascoutah CUSD #19 (Section 22), is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Agriculture Education Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. The newly hired individual will be serving as the second teacher and will be working with Mr. Keith Eschmann. .   

Facilities include a classroom, greenhouse and shop. Within the agriculture department there were over 85 students taking an agriculture education course this past school year. Current courses offered, but are able to be adapted due to strengths of the hired individual, include Horticulture Production & Management, Introduction to the Agricultural Industry, Advanced Agricultural Mechanics, Agricultural Electrical Systems, Basic Agricultural Mechanics and Basic Horticultural 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 and/or the three circles grant. .