Agricultural Education Teacher
Title
Agricultural Education Teacher
Location
Whitehall Middle and High Schools
Description
Position Summary
Whitehall Schools seeks a dedicated, enthusiastic, and skilled Agricultural Education Instructor and FFA Advisor starting in August 2027 to lead a comprehensive agricultural education program serving students in grades 6-12.
The instructor is responsible for developing and delivering engaging, hands-on instruction that builds students' agricultural knowledge, technical skills, career readiness, and leadership abilities. The program introduces middle school students to foundational agricultural concepts while providing high school students with opportunities for advanced coursework, practical skill development, career exploration, and industry-related experiences.
Teaching Schedule and Assignment
Whitehall Schools operates on a four-day school week, Monday through Thursday, with regular school hours from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
The instructional schedule consists of six 60-minute teaching periods and one designated preparation period.
Current teaching assignments include:
Middle School Agricultural Education - 2 sections
Welding I and II - 2 periods
Agricultural Exploration - 1 period
Agriculture II - 1 period
Teaching assignments may be adjusted based on student enrollment, program needs, and district priorities.
FFA Advisor Responsibilities
In addition to classroom instruction, the instructor serves as the advisor for the Whitehall FFA Chapter. This is an essential component of the agricultural education program and provides students with meaningful opportunities to develop leadership, career skills, personal responsibility, and community involvement.
Responsibilities include coordinating and supervising chapter activities, leadership development, Career Development Events (CDEs), Leadership Development Events (LDEs), competitions, conventions, community service projects, fundraising, chapter operations, and Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs).
The position requires a substantial commitment beyond regular school hours, including evenings, weekends, summer activities, livestock exhibitions, competitions, conventions, and overnight travel. The successful candidate must be willing and able to actively support students and maintain a strong, visible FFA program within the school and community. District provides an additional stipend for running the FFA chapter.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This list of essential duties is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
• Administer appropriate district curriculum which is aligned with the state standards.
• Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a supportive environment.
• Create and maintain a constructive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment.
• Analyze student progress and provide appropriate instruction.
• Provide a classroom management/discipline plan ensuring safety at all times.
• Ensure assessment guidelines and regulations are followed at all times.
• Work professionally with administrators, staff, parents, and community.
• Integrate appropriate technology as available into the instructional program.
• Participate in other job-related duties and activities as assigned.
Position Expectations:
• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide effective instruction in the classroom.
• Work cooperatively with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members.
• Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives, in order to meet the needs of all students.
• Participate as an active member with other faculty and staff in daily interactions and in professional learning communities (PLC's).
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy.
• Maintain and improve professional competence.
• Direct the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.
• Communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the principal.
To apply, please submit:
1. Whitehall Application for Certified Teaching Employment We recommend you download and open the application in Adobe Acrobat or other PDF application so the form is fillable.
2. A letter of application specifying the applied-for position
3. Professional resume which includes academic preparation, experience and other specifically related qualifications
4. Copies of transcripts of all college or university credits to date (official transcripts required upon hire)
5. Letters of recommendation (minimum of three, it is recommended that one letter be from a current supervisor)
6. Evidence of Montana certification/licensure (if applicable)
7. Signed and (does not need to be notarized) Consent to Fingerprint Background Check form
We prefer that you submit all application materials via digital upload: Click Here for Certified Application Upload or go to https://www.whitehallschools.org/apps/form/certifiedappupload
An application may also be submitted in person, by mail, or by fax.
Benefits
Salary and Benefits
Starting Salary $44,864-$56,643 depending upon experience and graduate credits/degrees
Health Insurance benefit - per month district contribution of $553-$999 depending upon insurance plan selected
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Hold a valid Montana Class 1 or 2 Educator License with Agriculture endoresement or be able to obtain.
Required Qualifications
• Or, hold a valid Montana Class 4 Career and Technical Teaching License, or be able to obtain. This is an alternate pathway to receive a provisional teaching license in Montana for individuals without a degree or teaching license, but that have extensive work experience in certain career and technical fields. More information on this alternative pathway to teaching licensure is available on the Office of Public Education licensure website.
Must submit a completed application and all requested materials.
Must be able to pass a fingerprint background check.
Start Date
08/16/2027
Salary
Salary starts at $44,864-$56,643 DOE and as determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement Salary Schedule
Contact Hannah Nieskens Phone: 4062873862 Fax: 406-287-3455 hnieskens@whitehall.k12.mt.us 1 Yellowstone Trail, Whitehall, Montana 59759
Files
Agricultural Education Teacher
Location
Whitehall Middle and High Schools
Description
Position Summary
Whitehall Schools seeks a dedicated, enthusiastic, and skilled Agricultural Education Instructor and FFA Advisor starting in August 2027 to lead a comprehensive agricultural education program serving students in grades 6-12.
The instructor is responsible for developing and delivering engaging, hands-on instruction that builds students' agricultural knowledge, technical skills, career readiness, and leadership abilities. The program introduces middle school students to foundational agricultural concepts while providing high school students with opportunities for advanced coursework, practical skill development, career exploration, and industry-related experiences.
Teaching Schedule and Assignment
Whitehall Schools operates on a four-day school week, Monday through Thursday, with regular school hours from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
The instructional schedule consists of six 60-minute teaching periods and one designated preparation period.
Current teaching assignments include:
Middle School Agricultural Education - 2 sections
Welding I and II - 2 periods
Agricultural Exploration - 1 period
Agriculture II - 1 period
Teaching assignments may be adjusted based on student enrollment, program needs, and district priorities.
FFA Advisor Responsibilities
In addition to classroom instruction, the instructor serves as the advisor for the Whitehall FFA Chapter. This is an essential component of the agricultural education program and provides students with meaningful opportunities to develop leadership, career skills, personal responsibility, and community involvement.
Responsibilities include coordinating and supervising chapter activities, leadership development, Career Development Events (CDEs), Leadership Development Events (LDEs), competitions, conventions, community service projects, fundraising, chapter operations, and Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs).
The position requires a substantial commitment beyond regular school hours, including evenings, weekends, summer activities, livestock exhibitions, competitions, conventions, and overnight travel. The successful candidate must be willing and able to actively support students and maintain a strong, visible FFA program within the school and community. District provides an additional stipend for running the FFA chapter.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This list of essential duties is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
• Administer appropriate district curriculum which is aligned with the state standards.
• Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a supportive environment.
• Create and maintain a constructive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment.
• Analyze student progress and provide appropriate instruction.
• Provide a classroom management/discipline plan ensuring safety at all times.
• Ensure assessment guidelines and regulations are followed at all times.
• Work professionally with administrators, staff, parents, and community.
• Integrate appropriate technology as available into the instructional program.
• Participate in other job-related duties and activities as assigned.
Position Expectations:
• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide effective instruction in the classroom.
• Work cooperatively with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members.
• Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives, in order to meet the needs of all students.
• Participate as an active member with other faculty and staff in daily interactions and in professional learning communities (PLC's).
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy.
• Maintain and improve professional competence.
• Direct the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.
• Communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the principal.
To apply, please submit:
1. Whitehall Application for Certified Teaching Employment We recommend you download and open the application in Adobe Acrobat or other PDF application so the form is fillable.
2. A letter of application specifying the applied-for position
3. Professional resume which includes academic preparation, experience and other specifically related qualifications
4. Copies of transcripts of all college or university credits to date (official transcripts required upon hire)
5. Letters of recommendation (minimum of three, it is recommended that one letter be from a current supervisor)
6. Evidence of Montana certification/licensure (if applicable)
7. Signed and (does not need to be notarized) Consent to Fingerprint Background Check form
We prefer that you submit all application materials via digital upload: Click Here for Certified Application Upload or go to https://www.whitehallschools.org/apps/form/certifiedappupload
An application may also be submitted in person, by mail, or by fax.
Benefits
Salary and Benefits
Starting Salary $44,864-$56,643 depending upon experience and graduate credits/degrees
Health Insurance benefit - per month district contribution of $553-$999 depending upon insurance plan selected
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Hold a valid Montana Class 1 or 2 Educator License with Agriculture endoresement or be able to obtain.
Required Qualifications
• Or, hold a valid Montana Class 4 Career and Technical Teaching License, or be able to obtain. This is an alternate pathway to receive a provisional teaching license in Montana for individuals without a degree or teaching license, but that have extensive work experience in certain career and technical fields. More information on this alternative pathway to teaching licensure is available on the Office of Public Education licensure website.
Must submit a completed application and all requested materials.
Must be able to pass a fingerprint background check.
Start Date
08/16/2027
Salary
Salary starts at $44,864-$56,643 DOE and as determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement Salary Schedule
Contact Hannah Nieskens Phone: 4062873862 Fax: 406-287-3455 hnieskens@whitehall.k12.mt.us 1 Yellowstone Trail, Whitehall, Montana 59759
Files
- fingerprint2019 (1.35 MB)
- whitehall_application_for_certified_teaching_employment_fillable (549.20 KB)