Geography/Agriculture Science Teacher at Greenland Hall

Core Responsibilities

Instruction and Curriculum Development

• Deliver Specialized Content:
  • Geography: Teach a comprehensive curriculum covering physical geography (landforms, climate, weather), human geography (population, culture, urbanization), and geospatial technologies (GIS).
  • Agricultural Science: Instruct on topics such as crop production, animal husbandry, soil science, plant biology, sustainable farming practices, and agribusiness.
• Lesson Planning: Develop engaging lesson plans, lectures, and activities that integrate both subjects, such as studying soil erosion (Geography) in relation to crop yield (Agricultural Science).
• Hands-on Learning: Facilitate practical, real-world learning experiences, including fieldwork (geographical surveys) and laboratory/farm-plot experiments (soil testing, seed germination).
• Resource Management: Manage and maintain specialized equipment and resources, such as lab materials, farming tools, weather instruments, and mapping software.

Student Assessment and Support

• Evaluation: Create and administer various assessments (exams, projects, practical demonstrations, fieldwork reports) to evaluate students' understanding and application of concepts.
• Skill Development: Coach students in essential skills, including data analysis, map reading, scientific inquiry, and practical farming techniques.
• Behavior and Safety: Maintain a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment in the classroom, laboratory, and outdoor settings (e.g., school garden or plot).
• Mentorship: Advise and mentor students interested in careers related to environmental science, agriculture, horticulture, planning, or resource management.

Administrative and Professional Duties

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavioral observations.
• Collaboration: Work with department colleagues to coordinate curriculum, share resources, and participate in cross-curricular projects.
• Parent Communication: Communicate student progress and needs to parents/guardians, offering strategies for home support.
• Extracurricular Involvement: Organize and supervise extracurricular activities such as a Gardening Club, Young Farmerś Club, or an Environmental Action Group.
• Professional Growth: Attend professional development workshops to stay current on new research, technology (e.g., drones in agriculture, new GIS tools), and educational best practices in both fields.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Agricultural Science, or a closely related field.
• Certification: Valid teaching license/certification for secondary education, often with specialization in two subjects or a general science/social studies certification.
• Knowledge: Deep content knowledge in both human/physical geography and fundamental agricultural principles.
• Practical Skills: Ability to effectively operate and demonstrate the use of relevant equipment (e.g., GPS devices, microscopes, gardening tools).
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to connect with students, inspire curiosity, and manage diverse classroom dynamics.