Vacancy- Charleston Agriculture/Industrial Technology Teacher Opening

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.

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