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Job DetailsJob Location: Albany-Academy Main-PCFC - Albany, NY 12208Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $58,656.00 - $70,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NoneAgricultural Sciences Teacher

Retention bonus $5,000** (paid in 2 parts 1/2 at 90 days and 1/2 at a year)

Available shifts - Monday - Friday between 8:00 am - 4:00 pm - no weekends

As an Agricultural Sciences Teacher, you will instruct and supervise students in horticulture, plant sciences, landscaping, and floral design. As part of the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program, you will work with the Greenhouse Coordinator to provide work-based learning experiences with labs and project-based learning activities to enhance learning opportunities for students with diverse needs. You will collaborate in the curriculum development, program details, preparation of materials, and details of planning and implementation as The Neil Hellman School (NHS) applies for initial CTE. You will report to the Work Based Learning Coordinator and work onsite in the Bella Greenhouse & Educational Center and outdoors among our acres of land.

Responsibilities

Provide subject area instruction that provides students with appropriate level lessons and age experiences.
Develop and implement instructional materials to provide individual and small group instruction to students of various ability levels, grades K-12.
Utilize various teaching methodologies and technologies to address diverse learning styles and needs.
Manage classroom, greenhouse, mechanical equipment, supplies, and facilities.
Serve as a liaison between NHS and the broader agricultural community.
Help students receive industry certifications.
Participate on the CTE Advisory Board.
Assist classroom staff with crisis prevention and intervention techniques; assist classroom staff with de-escalation techniques when appropriate.
Manage and coordinate students' safety and well-being through established classroom and schoolwide processes and procedures; supervise classroom staff in implementing these with their work with students throughout the building.
Follow all Agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.

Requirements and Education

A CTE certification in Agricultural Education, or
At least three years industry-related work experience may apply, they must receive the transitional certification.
Experience developing and implementing project-based learning initiatives.

Benefits

Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off

Holiday Pay

401 (K) plan

Life Insurance

Loan repayment assistance
Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.
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