Teaching/Farm Assistant :Scattergood School

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Teaching/Farm Assistant :Scattergood School

West Branch, IA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Scattergood Friends School and Farm seeks an engaging biology teacher and dedicated farm assistant/livestock manager. Other core duties may include residential life support, advising and/or teaching physical education. This is a 12-month position.

    Duties:

    • Teach Biology and Advanced Biology. Teach a Farm Term Class and a May Term class.
    • Manage all aspects of the farm’s livestock program (small cow and sheep herds, feeder pigs, laying hens, and occasional turkeys).
    • Assist with other elements of the farm program.
    • Plan and deliver instruction, as well as measure and report progress to facilitate student development.
    • Communicate frequently with students and school staff in ways that nurture a healthy learning experience for students.
    • Model the values of Scattergood Friends School.

    Other Duties:

    • Some combination of: Advising, Dorm Sponsoring, or PE teaching.
    • Attends regular meetings, including: Daily Collection, Lunch, Staff Meeting, Community Meeting, and Meeting for Worship.
    • Serve as a Crew Leader.

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's or higher degree in biology.
    • Ability to design and implement courses that motivate and engage students.
    • Interest in livestock management, and the work of a small and diverse farm.
    • Secondary Teaching experience (preferred).
    • Livestock Management experience (preferred).
    • Proficiency with Google Suite.

    Position includes: Housing/Use of Vehicle/Some Meals

    Some Relocation may be considered