Teacher , CTE, Agricultural Science, High School; Fall

Teacher , CTE, Agricultural Science, High School (Fall Vacancies)

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District SCHOOLS - Cypress, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job : 5561608

Final date to receive applications: Dec 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Direct and manage the agricultural science program for assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

• Valid teaching certificate appropriate for teaching assignment (Agriculture Education)
• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Driving record must satisfy district standards for transporting students
• Hold a CDL with school bus endorsement or be willing to obtain one within the first year of employment

• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Knowledge of agricultural science and FFA best practices (prior teaching/student teaching experience preferred)
• Ability to obtain industry certifications related to courses taught, as needed
• Ability to prepare students to take and pass industry certification exams related to the ag industry
• Ability to facilitate a Program of Activities (POA) that aligns with the requirements for students to earn their FFA degrees (Greenhand, Chapter, and Lone Star)
• Ability to coordinate and execute all responsibilities related to the annual Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Livestock Show
• Ability to supervise agricultural field experiences/projects
• Ability to manage the raising of livestock projects at the District/Booster Club animal housing facilities and other off-side locations
• Ability to collaborate with other ag teachers and ag administration to manage and maintain District/Booster Club animal housing facilities utilized by your campus
• Ability to train and travel with multiple LDE, CDE, and SDE teams
• Ability to work seamlessly with a FFA Booster Club
• Ability to provide professional communication with students, parents, community members, staff, and all other stakeholders at all times
• Ability to follow guidelines related to money handling, equipment/supply inventory, and use of District or District-rented vehicles
• Ability to work extended hours – including nights, weekends, and summer

Probationary/Term

Contract:

220 days

Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees

• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function
• Additional hours outside of the regular school day are required (evenings, weekends, summer)

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for approved extracurricular activities or outside activities for which you are the sponsor.
• Be a positive role model for students and support…