McCormick County, South Carolina
Agriculture Teacher - 61040521
Job details
- Location
- McCormick County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
Are you an experienced professional looking for new opportunities to further your career? The South Carolina Governor's School for Agriculture at John de la Howe is seeking a hardworking and dependable candidate just like you to apply! This position will offer great benefits with the state, including 15 days of annual and sick leave per year or more depending on applicable state service.
The responsibilities of the Agriculture Teacher:
Instruct students in the Environmental and Natural Resources Pathway. Instruct students in Agriculture Foundation Course work. Knowledge of Agriculture Education requirements and curriculum. FFA and/or 4H knowledge/understand. Must be able to drive students in n state vehicle. The employee will work under limited supervision of the school principal. will provide in and out of classroom instruction for all students according to their individual needs and design curriculum in accordance with SC State Standards. Must meet all SC Agriculture course requirements. Some work with animals is required.
Instruct students in the Environmental and Natural Resources Pathway. Instruct students in Agriculture Foundation Course work. Knowledge of Agriculture Education requirements and curriculum. FFA and/or 4H knowledge/understand. Must be able to drive students in n state vehicle. The employee will work under limited supervision of the school principal. will provide in and out of classroom instruction for all students according to their individual needs and design curriculum in accordance with SC State Standards. Must meet all SC Agriculture course requirements. Some work with animals is required.
- Must complete all Clemson University Extended Contract Requirements on n yearly basis.
- Consult an instructional agricultural education program that educates students about career pathways in agriculture according to state standards and provides appropriate supervision.
- Enhance your leadership through FFA as an integral part of instruction.
- Serve as an advisor for the FFA chapter.
- Oversee supervising agricultural experience (SAE's) programs for all students who receive instruction.
- Ensure that all students have an SAE completed each school semester and have appropriate records.
- Prepare teaching plans, demonstration plans. and teaching materials for nil courses assigned to teach/instruct.
- Submit Fo11n I of the FFA Chapter Award.
- Attend the FFA state convention with a minimum of two delegates.
- Attend the SC FFA Association sponsored camping program with FFA Members.
- Participate in a minimum of three FFA Career Development Events (CDE) to the chapter level. Teams for the team event CDE's Must consist of at least three FFA members. The CDE's should be related to the subject area taught.
- Sponsor and coach an animal show team.
- Other duties as assigned.
This position will be paid on the Agency's teacher step scale, salary is based on education level, experience level, and contact days. The teacher will be on a 240-day contract. The teacher must be willing to drive students in a state vehicle including, but not limited to minibus, truck, van, and side-by-side. The employee will regularly exceed the 37.5- hour work week depending on time of year and show and competition schedules. Will be teaching courses in the Environmental and Natural Resources Pathway, so must have knowledge and understanding of these subjects. The teacher will assist students with practicing for competitions and transport students to competitions.
Position Duties
- Bachelor's degree in agriculture or closely related field. Valid South Carolina teacher certification in appropriate area. Valid driver's license and willingness to transport students.
Other Qualifications
The SC Governor's School for Agriculture at John de la Howe is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The SC Governor's School for Agriculture at John de la Howe offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children. Click here for additional information.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices*
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
Benefits
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Supplemental Questions
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you at least possess a bachelor's degree in agriculture or closely related field?
- Yes
- No
03
Please briefly describe your experience as it relates to this position.
04
Do you possess a valid Class D driver's license, or if you do not already have one, do you have the ability to obtain a Class D driver's license?
- Yes
- No
05
How did you hear about this position?
- SC State Jobs Website - jobs.sc.gov
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- A current employee
- A former employee
- Other (please specify below)
06
If you answered "other" to the question above, please specify where you heard about this position below.
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Governor's School for Agriculture at John de la Howe Address 192 Gettys RoadMcCormick, South Carolina, 29835 Phone864-391-2131
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