Ag Teacher

Mount Vernon High School is seeking a full-time Ag Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year. This is a new position for Mount Vernon High School and Mount Vernon Middle School. This is an excellent opportunity to build an exemplary program In addition to the TeachIowa application, please send a cover letter, resume, and letters of reference to MVHS Principal, Steve Brand, at

TITLE: 6th-12th Grade Agriculture Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS: Iowa License with appropriate Ag endorsement

REPORTS TO: MVHS Principal or MVMS Principal

JOB SUMMARY: Provides instruction in the curricular areas and behavioral skills to students.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Terms and conditions as established by the Board of Education. This posting is for the school year.

• Start a new Ag program
• Carries out duties with the Ag related coursework at the high school.
• Supports high school FFA program as needed.
• Carries out duties with the Ag related coursework at the middle school.
• Supports middle school FFA program as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION and or EXPERIENCE;

Bachelor's degree in Education required

Experience in classroom teaching middle school and high school grades preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals and regulations. Ability to effectively write reports and communications to students, colleagues, parents and staff. Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students. Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy.

REQUIRED DISPOSITIONS:

Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning.

Takes responsibility for the learning of students and his/her own performance.

Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children.

Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes.

Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team.

Won't shy from today's educational challenges.

Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.

Has a track record of success.

Works with great integrity.

Regular and prompt attendance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use tools or controls. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as curriculum materials, desks, chairs, boxes, & Ag materials.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. workday. The employee will frequently work in different areas of the classroom including in/at desks, on or near the floor, standing, in movement while supervising indoor and outdoor activities, etc. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work outdoors when supervising students outside of the classroom.

The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the American Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The Mount Vernon Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation or gender identity. Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation for the known disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. ____________________________________________________________________________

Position Type - High School Teaching - Agriculture

Location - Mount Vernon High School / Middle School