Ag Teacher and FFA Advisor
Listed on 2026-02-18
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Education / Teaching
General Education, Education Administration
Location: Staples
- Position Type:
High School Teaching/ Agricultural Education - Date Posted: 2/12/2026
- Location:
Aitkin High School - Date Available:
08/17/2026 - Closing Date:
Open Until Filled - District:
Aitkin Public Schools
Agriculture Instructor/FFA Advisor
Aitkin High School # 1 is seeking an Ag instructor for the 26-27 school year. The candidate should have a general background in agriscience, environmental sciences, plant and animal production agriculture and a strong background in power technology and weld shop experience. Classes that will be taught for the 26-27 school year include:
Woods, Water, and Wildlife, Introduction to Welding, Advanced Welding, Intro Ag/Food/Nat Res 8, Small Engines, Large Engines, and Animal Science. Future courses are only limited by the creativity of the person filling this position. Candidates must have experience in working with the FFA and be willing to continue the success of our student driven program while growing its current membership.
- General background in agriscience, environmental sciences, plant and animal production agriculture
- Strong background in power technology and weld shop experience
- Experience working with FFA
- Willingness to grow current FFA membership
Developing lesson plans, conducting classroom and shop instruction, and evaluating and assessing both instructional materials and student performances. Other responsibilities include developing a strong FFA program and cooperatively working with our many community stakeholders to provide our students with "real life" learning opportunities.
There is also an 10 day extended contract for summer work for the advisor to repair and maintain shop equipment as well as work with FFA students. The instructor will also be expected to work with the development of our district's Farm to School food program.
Please attach a cover letter, resume, application and 3 letters of recommendations with your application on Appli-track.
About the DistrictAitkin Public Schools mission is to empower students to be life-long learners and productive citizens by developing high expectations and student achievement in a safe and friendly learning environment.
Lisa De Mars
High School Principal - Aitkin Public Schools
We Are ISD #1
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