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Form of workHondo, Texas is a small community 45 miles west of San Antonio, with a very supportive FFA Booster Club. Additionally Hondo ISD has a very supportive Administration team that is proactive for agriculture education. Hondo FFA has a rich history of success at the state and national level.
Education/Certification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Experience
Additional Notes
Instructional Strategies
Student Growth and Development
Classroom Management and Organization
Communication
Professional Growth and Development
Other
- Hondo ISD is a 3-A High School, and Hondo FFA has over 100 enthusiastic and active FFA members.
- School district vehicles, trucks, buses and trailers provided for all school activities.
- Hondo ISD built a new 3.5 million dollar agriculture building and classrooms completed in 2018. Hondo ISD also maintains a very nice project center adjacent to the High School to house students' animal projects.
- Salary: 2023-24 Hondo ISD pay scale plus $4,000 stipend and potential for extended days based on candidate.
Education/Certification
- Bachelor's degree from accredited university
- Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned (Agriculture Certification or alternative certification)
- Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
Special Knowledge/Skills
- Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
- General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience
- Must complete assigned student teaching or applicable internship before start date.
Additional Notes
- Serve as an FFA Advisor in a three teacher department
- Share supervisory duties for SAE projects
- Train multiple LDE team that can be competitive in district, area and state
- Train multiple CDE teams that have a competitive nature to be able to advance to state.
- Experience with AET online record books and award applications
- CDL or willing to obtain
- Willingness to travel
- Willingness to work nights and weekends
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- General knowledge of curriculum and instruction, with preference in agricultural mechanics
- Willingness to be a part of a Team concept
- Work well in a team setting with effective communication among members of the team.
- Facilitate the interworking's of FFA along with manage an active booster club chapter, by showing up for events outside of the normal school day
- Possess strong classroom skills and management
- Possess excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Instructional Strategies
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
- Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- 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.
- Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
- Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
Student Growth and Development
- Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
- Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
Classroom Management and Organization
- Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Communication
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
- Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
- Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Professional Growth and Development
- Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
- Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Other
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
