Agriculture Teacher - High School (Req 9752) at Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District
About the Employer
VCPUSD is a great place to live, learn and work. Welcome to our community. VCPUSD has a history of excellence, serving 4,000 students in grades PK – 12 in the beautiful rural communities of Valley Center and Pauma. The school district covers approximately 300 square miles in northern San Diego County. Our district is known as a leader with educational technology, award winning Dual Immersion (English-Spanish) program, outstanding music programs, competitive athletic programs, high graduation rate and Partnership for Success program with CSUSM. Our community supports and appreciates the educational program which includes academic and vocational programs, including an outstanding agriculture program and Media Technology Pathway. We use technology as a resource and learning tool to ensure students are 21st Century Learners. All schools are transitioning to the Common Core State Standards and Smarter Balance Assessments as teachers and administrators work together to provide quality instructional strategies for all students. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision that "Every student graduates academically, socially and physically fit." The Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. VCPUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental ability, disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For more information, please contact: Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District, 28751 Cole Grade RD, Valley Center, CA 92082, (760) 749-0464.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Seeking an enthusiastic and energetic replacement in a two-teacher agriculture department. Courses to be taught could include Agriculture Mechanics 1, 2, Agriculture Wood Working. 1, 2, and Farm to Table. If qualified, courses could also include; Agriculture Science courses. The position is 11th month and includes an FFA stipend. VCHS has an on-campus school farm with beef, sheep, goats, rabbit, and chicken facilities as well 1 greenhouse , 1 shade house and growing grounds. In addition, the instructor will be involved in FFA student leadership development, SAE project supervision, and CDE coaching.
Requirements / Qualifications
Must possess or be eligible for a California Single Subject Credential: Agriculture or CTE Credential in Agriculture and Natural Resources.
To apply, please submit the following: (1) Letter of Introduction (2) Resume (3) Copy of credential(s) (4) Copy of transcripts (5) Three current (within last year) signed letters of reference. Additional Notes regarding salary placement: (1) Newly hired certificated employees will be given credit for up to seven years of full time credentialed public school experience, experience at an accredited college or university, or experience in an accredited private school, and full credit for approved college units. The district has discretion to award additional years of experience credit beyond 7 for more experienced teachers. (2) Teachers with a credential that is based on a bachelors degree will start in Range I through V depending on the number of units they have passed the issuance of their Bachelor's degree. Teacher hired without a bachelor's degree will be paid the hourly professional service rate of $48 per hour (CTE Credential is based on work experience and does not require a bachelor's degree). (3) District approved Master & Doctoral degrees will receive a $2,318.00 stipend annually. (4) This position is on an 11 month calendar - 202 Contract Days.
Requirements / Qualifications
Must possess or be eligible for a California Single Subject Credential: Agriculture or CTE Credential in Agriculture and Natural Resources.
To apply, please submit the following: (1) Letter of Introduction (2) Resume (3) Copy of credential(s) (4) Copy of transcripts (5) Three current (within last year) signed letters of reference. Additional Notes regarding salary placement: (1) Newly hired certificated employees will be given credit for up to seven years of full time credentialed public school experience, experience at an accredited college or university, or experience in an accredited private school, and full credit for approved college units. The district has discretion to award additional years of experience credit beyond 7 for more experienced teachers. (2) Teachers with a credential that is based on a bachelors degree will start in Range I through V depending on the number of units they have passed the issuance of their Bachelor's degree. Teacher hired without a bachelor's degree will be paid the hourly professional service rate of $48 per hour (CTE Credential is based on work experience and does not require a bachelor's degree). (3) District approved Master & Doctoral degrees will receive a $2,318.00 stipend annually. (4) This position is on an 11 month calendar - 202 Contract Days.
Comments and Other Information
CTE Credential in Agriculture and Natural Resources is a credential that can be obtained through work experience in the field. Applicants for a CTE teaching credential must have a minimum of 3 years of work experience directly related to the industry sector prior to being recommended for the Preliminary CTE Credential. A year is defined as 1,000 hours but not more than one year of work experience can be accrued in a calendar year. The work experience must meet the recency requirement: one year within the past five years or two years within the past ten years. Note: A CTE Credential does not require a bachelor's degree.
Comments and Other Information
CTE Credential in Agriculture and Natural Resources is a credential that can be obtained through work experience in the field. Applicants for a CTE teaching credential must have a minimum of 3 years of work experience directly related to the industry sector prior to being recommended for the Preliminary CTE Credential. A year is defined as 1,000 hours but not more than one year of work experience can be accrued in a calendar year. The work experience must meet the recency requirement: one year within the past five years or two years within the past ten years. Note: A CTE Credential does not require a bachelor's degree.
Application Deadline
5/18/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/25/2025
Contact
Nicole Clymer
(760) 751-5500
(760) 751-5500
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$ 75,945 - $136,598 (B.A., fully credentialed, based on 11 months-202 days) *see below for additional details regarding salary placement.
Length of Work Year
7 hours per day, 202 days per year (11 months)
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Valley Center High School
For School Year
2025-2026
Experience
Job related experience within specialized field with increasing levels of responsibility is preferred.