Agricultural Mechanics Instructor

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Plan, teach and evaluate assigned courses that align to meet the standard of the Massachusetts Career and Vocational Technical Frameworks and industry standards for Agricultural Mechanics. Perform those tasks associated with the teaching profession in general. Become especially responsive to the needs of students enrolled in Norfolk County Agricultural High School and make a constructive effort to serve the needs of the Norfolk County Agricultural High School as an organization. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:Plan, organize and provide appropriate learning experiences for students in the field of agricultural mechanics. Establish and maintain an instructional atmosphere conducive to learning.Contribute to the continuous development of curriculum and the improvement of instruction. Perform all required duties (supervision, assessments, attendance taking, student/parent conferences, department/staff meetings, etc.).Maintain up-to-date and accurate records and reports related to the school program.Apply a variety of teaching techniques to the delivery of instruction.Participate in the delivery of related student services.Participate in professional development activities that align with school-wide educational goals.Update professional skills by attending conferences, meetings, workshops, and other professional development and related career training activities.Join professional organizations.Develop goals and activities relative to professional development.Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Certified or certifiable as a Chapter 74 Agricultural Mechanics teacher by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Preferred certification beyond what is required for licensure include, but are not limited to, ASE (diesel), OPE, Construction Supervisor, 40 hours OSHA Trainer, or other applicable industry certifications.Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a caring, positive and constructive manner and specifically with students, teachers, school administrators, parents and volunteers.Dependability in attendance and productivity. Perform high quality work consistently. Demonstrates confidentiality in personnel and student matters. Demonstrate a proficiency in handling problems as they arise and to know when and to whom to assign the handling of situations in the absence of an administrator.Ability to work independently as well as a team with other staff members. Must possess a valid drivers license.Must be able to teach a variety of agricultural mechanics subject areas from among the following: diesel engines, gasoline engines and alternative fuel systems, hydraulic systems, basic electrical, HVAC, plumbing and wood working, electric arc and oxyacetylene gas welding, drafting, the repair and maintenance of agricultural facilities, and the operation, repair and maintenance of agricultural machinery and equipment.