Vacancy: Winnebago High School

Position: Agriculture Teacher and FFA Advisor

Description: Winnebago High School is seeking an Agriculture Education Teacher and FFA Advisor for the 2025-2026 School Year in Section 1.

Winnebago High School has not had an agriculture program in several years so we are looking for a teacher who is passionate about creating a CTE-centered learning environment.  The school administration, community, and students are excited to continue to grow the future of agriculture.  The teacher would be able to contribute to building the course and program frameworks, and serve as an FFA Advisor. The courses taught will be based on the strengths of the candidate and community needs. Winnebago High School is a 1 to 1 district and has a robust CTE program.  We are excited to add Agriculture Education to our team.  The school district does plan on participating in the Three Circle Grant.  

Qualifications:  Applicants must have an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Career and Technical Education Educator License with Stipulations (ELS).   

Description:

ROWVA High School, located in Section 4 in Oneida, IL, is seeking an Agriculture Education Teacher and Co FFA Advisor beginning Fall 2025. Mr. Rod Main is retiring after 31 years at ROWVA High School.  Successful Candidate will join Elise Main to be part of 2 teacher program. Mrs. Main is committed to mentoring the successful candidate and collaborating with him or her to determine what classes will make up each instructor’s course load.

FACILITIES & RESOURCES: Link to Photos

Main Agriculture Classroom

• 600 sqft  - 30 Students

• Smartboard 

• Office – 200 sqft Connected Lab Area of 300 sqft

• 1 to 1 District – Student Chromebooks

• 6 Laptops in the Agriculture Department

• Agriculture Shop Area 4,000 sqft

  • CNC Plasma Cutter Table

  • Ironworker

  • Welding Jig, Fabrication Capabilities

  • Welding Parts, Top Tier Machines; Lincoln Electric brand

  • Saw Stop Table Saw

• Aquaculture Lab Area 200 sqft

• Greenhouse 330 sqft

• Henhouse – 120 sqft

• Arboretum 

• Agriculture Center 

  • $70,000 Raised by Alumni in Capital Campaign, Completed in 2018

  • Main Building 1,200 sqft, insulated

  • Birthing Center 1,400 sqft, insulated

• Other Shared Resources Available

  • Welding Shop, 12 Stations

  • Wood Shop – 2,000 sqft

  • Engine Shop – 600 sqft

  • Auto Shop, 2 post & 4 post lifts including tire machine – 2,000 sqft

Duties

 The final course assignment is flexible and will be decided in collaboration with the final candidate and the current agriculture teacher. Classes assigned to this position may include but are not limited to:

• 8th Grade Agriculture

• Introduction to Agriculture Industry

• Basic Agricultural Science

• Agricultural Sales & Marketing

• Agribusiness Management

• Environmental Science

• Natural Resource Management

• Basic Agricultural Mechanics

• Agricultural Mechanization & Technology

• Agriculture Welding

• Agriculture Engines & Maintenance

• Biological Science Applications in Ag

• Physical Science Applications in Ag 

• Agriculture Work Experience

The ROWVA FFA Chapter has a long-standing tradition of promoting the agriculture industry through agriculture education.  The ROWVA FFA Chapter has been very successful over the years in Section, District, and State level proficiencies, Career Development Events, Leadership Development Events, and National Chapter Awards.  ROWVA FFA is one of the top chapters in the state with a high level of student participation, administration support, and alumni/community involvement. Link to ROWVA FFA Website

Qualifications

Illinois PEL with Endorsement in Agriculture Education or Career and Technical Education Educator License with Stipulations (ELS). Ability to teach 9-12 is required, but 6-12 is preferred. 

Salary/Benefits

The salary will be determined by the current collective bargaining agreement which can be found on the district's website. The candidate will also receive additional compensation through the Three Circles grant.

How to Apply

Send a letter of interest, resume, copy of teaching license (a screenshot from ELIS or including your IEIN on your resume is sufficient), and at least three letters of recommendation to: 

Dr. James Dunlap

Superintendent

P.O. Box 69

335 N. Joy St.

Oneida, IL 61428

Applications can also be emailed to jdunlap@rowva.k12.il.us

Additional questions regarding the position or school can be directed to Mr. Ben Rees, Principal, at brees@rowva.k12.il.us

Email Address

brees@rowva.k12.il.us

School District

https://rowva.k12.il.us

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

West Central High School, located in Henderson County, Section 4, has a full-time opening for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year for an Agricultural Education teacher and Co-FFA advisor.  The successful candidate will join Mr. Darrell Gittings in our Agricultural Department.

The courses currently include Ag Science, Consumer Ed, Vet Tech and Horticulture. A new greenhouse is being constructed, with an anticipated completion date of Spring 2025. Program also includes an Ag Mechanics Shop. West Central has an active and supportive alumni with events like Annual Tractor pull and Annual Alumni Auction/ banquet.

Qualifications

Current and valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Career and Technical Education Educator License with Stipulations (ELS); 6-12 certification preferred, but not required

Salary/Benefits

Salary and benefits per the collective bargaining agreement. The district currently offers a 12-month extended contract as the school district participates in the Three Circle FFA and SAE grant.  

How to Apply

Email the following to Superintendent Stacey Day (day-stacey@wc235.k12.il.us): a letter of interest, resume, copy of Illinois teaching license, and two current letters of recommendation. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply immediately.

Email Address

day-stacey@wc235.k12.il.us

School District

www.wc235.k12.il.us

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Start Date

1/3/2025

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

Seneca High School, in Section 7 and District 2, is currently seeking a science teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.  Candidates must hold a valid Illinois professional educator license and be highly competent, self-motivated, and collaborative. Opportunities exist for successful candidates to co-teach in other departments as well as take on other duties such as athletics or club sponsorships.  Agriculture educators with a science endorsement are encouraged to apply.  

For more specific information on the position or to apply, please find the listing by clicking on the link below.  

Seneca High School - Job Openings at Seneca High School (senecahs.org)

For information on this position, contact Stacey Gould, at sgould@senecahs.org or via phone 815-357-7048.

The Genoa-Kingston Agriculture Department is expanding to a 2-teacher program. The courses offered include Introduction to AFNR, and three pathways in Horticulture, Agriculture Science, and Ag Mechanics. Courses include Veterinary Science, Ag Engineering, Ag Mechanics, Horticulture, Floral Design, and more.  The specific courses taught by the instructor will be determined based on the strengths of the new instructor with the current instructor, Toni Gabriel. Facilities include an attached greenhouse, a pollinator garden and orchard, chickens, and two mechanics shops including a 13-station welding shop and wood construction shop.  Each instructor will have a dedicated classroom.  Genoa-Kingston participates in the 3-circle program. Any questions on the program can be directed to Toni Gabriel at tgabriel@gkschools.org

Beardstown CUSD #15 is seeking a middle school/high school Agricultural Education Instructor and FFA Advisor. 

Carlinville High and Carlinville Middle Schools are seeking applicants for the position of a Career and Technology Education teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Candidates for this position need to hold or be completing licensure through the ISBE and meet high qualified status. All areas of licensure in the area of career and technology education will be considered. Additional licensure and endorsements in other teaching areas for grades 6-12 is encouraged.

Carlinville CUSD#1 is looking for an individual with exceptional skills related to instructional practices, strong verbal and written communication skills, leadership potential, flexibility and willingness to learn, and ability to work with others. In addition to the aforementioned attributes, the candidate will be expected to possess strong instructional skills, be a positive constructive member of the CHS and CMS faculties and staff, and work collaboratively with parents. Technology skills are desirable. Furthermore, in addition to teaching duties, the individual employed will be required to serve on school and district-wide committees. Opportunities for coaching and club sponsorship may also exist.

This position will become available for the 2024-2025 school year. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, resume, transcripts, and a completed application (which can be found on our website) to Dr. Danley Killam, Principal, and Mrs. Sandra Stiegemeier, Assistant Principal, 829 West Main Street, Carlinville, IL 62626 or by email at killamd@cusd1.com and stiegems@cusd1.com. The position will remain open until filled.

Carlinville CUSD#1 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, religious affiliation, national origin, race, color, or creed.

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 

Charleston High School, located in Section 20, is seeking a full-time agriculture

education for Immediate hire. The newly hired teacher will work with the current

agriculture teacher, Ben Oakley, and the other CTE teachers. FFA duties will be shared

between the two 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 interest and strength 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.

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, 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.

Questions should be directed to Aaron Lock Principal at locka@charleston.k12.il.us