Agriculture Teacher

About This Role

Peachtree Academy seeks an energetic teaching professional to teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Intro classes would work with local farmers to reinforce in-class learning. Experience could include the areas of farming, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation.

This position is part-time but could be combined with elective classes for additional hours.

• Teach engaging agriculture, horticulture, and environmental science lessons
• Maintain and utilize school garden spaces, greenhouse areas, and outdoor learning environments
• Lead hands‑on labs, projects, and seasonal agricultural activities
• Integrate STEM concepts into agricultural instruction
• Promote stewardship, responsibility, and Christian character through daily teaching
• Build partnerships with local farms, nurseries, and agricultural organizations
• Support or develop student programs such as FFA‑style activities, plant sales, or school garden initiatives
• Ensure safe use of tools, equipment, and outdoor learning spaces

• Prepare course materials for class criteria, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
• Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
• Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.
• Act as adviser to the student Future Farmers of America Chapter
• Participate in campus and community events.

• Develop instructional materials.
• Evaluate student work.
• Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.
• Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
• Guide class discussions.
• Supervise student research, projects or internship work.
• Prepare tests.
  
  Evaluate student work.
• Advise students on academic or career matters.
• Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
• Maintain student records.
• Research topics in area of expertise.
• Select educational materials or equipment.

• Greenhouse Management Experience — Comfort running a small greenhouse, maintaining plant health, and teaching students basic horticulture.
• FFA or 4‑H Background — Experience sponsoring student competitions, leadership events, or agricultural judging teams.
• Animal Care Skills — Familiarity with small livestock, poultry, or classroom‑friendly animals that support hands‑on learning.
• Gardening & Sustainability Knowledge — Ability to integrate composting, soil science, water conservation, and sustainable agriculture practices.
• STEM Integration Ability — Skill connecting agriculture to biology, chemistry, environmental science, and engineering.
  
  Outdoor Classroom Leadership — Confidence teaching outside, managing tools, and running safe, structured outdoor labs.
• Community Partnership Experience — Relationships with local farms, nurseries, landscapers, or agricultural businesses for field trips and guest speakers.
• Project‑Based Learning Strength — Ability to design long‑term student projects like garden plots, crop trials, or ag‑tech experiments.
• Basic Carpentry or Tool Skills — Comfort with simple construction tasks, tool safety, and teaching students practical skills.
• Event & Program Leadership — Experience organizing plant sales, school gardens, ag fairs, or seasonal community events.
• Comfort with Faith‑Centered Culture — Ability to weave character, stewardship, and service into agricultural lessons in a Christian school setting.

• Paid Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Flexible Schedule
• Supportive, collaborative leadership
• A mission‑driven Christian community
• Creative freedom in lesson design
• Strong family engagement
• Opportunities to grow…