Agriculture Teacher, 0.8 FTE, High School

Position Type:
High School Teaching

Date Posted:
5/21/2026

Location:
Detroit Lakes High School

Date Available:
2026-27 school year

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Agriculture Teacher, 0.8 FTE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach a combination of manufacturing, STEM, engineering, and/or agriculture-based courses aligned to student interest and district programming needs
• Support and advance the district's academy model and Production Pathway programming through innovative and career-connected instruction
• Develop engaging, hands-on learning experiences that connect classroom instruction to real-world manufacturing, business, agricultural, and STEM applications
• Utilize project-based learning strategies to foster collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, communication, and innovation
• Build and maintain partnerships with local manufacturing, business, agricultural, and community organizations to expand authentic student learning opportunities
• Coordinate and incorporate industry experiences such as guest speakers, mentorships, work-based learning, internships, field experiences, and collaborative projects
• Collaborate with academy and pathway staff to create interdisciplinary and cross-curricular learning opportunities connected to career pathways
• Maintain a safe, organized, and effective laboratory/shop learning environment
• Integrate industry-relevant tools, technology, equipment, and practices into instruction
• Support students in developing employability skills, leadership skills, technical competencies, and career readiness
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners
• Partner with local businesses, industry professionals, and postsecondary institutions to strengthen career-connected learning experiences
• Supervise and maintain equipment, tools, materials, and inventory associated with manufacturing and STEM coursework
• Participate in curriculum development and continuous program improvement
• Incorporate Minnesota state standards and career and technical education competencies into instruction
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and communication with families
• Participate in district professional development, staff meetings, collaborative teams, and academy-related planning
• Support student organizations, leadership opportunities, career exploration experiences, and pathway-related events as appropriate

Qualifications:

• Valid Minnesota teaching license in one or more of the following areas:
  • Agricultural Education
  • Science
  • Technology Education
  • Manufacturing/Industrial Technology
  • Engineering or related field
• Ability to teach STEM and agriculture-related coursework preferred
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, agricultural systems, engineering concepts, or applied sciences preferred
• Commitment to hands-on, experiential, and career-connected learning
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, businesses, and community partners
• Willingness to obtain OFP or CCDP license as necessary

Salary and Benefits: As per contract

Schedule/Contract: 0.8 FTE

School Building: DLHS --- High School (grades 9 -12)

Application Deadline:Open until filled

Mail

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Email

Human Resources
Detroit Lakes Public Schools
702 Lake Avenue
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Attn: Human Resources
218-847-9273

recruiting@detlakes.k12.mn.us