Charleston High School Immediate Agriculture Teacher Opening

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