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Agriculture Science and Technology Education Program Leader

Wallingford Public Schools -
Wallingford, CT

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Qualifications

Teacher mentoring for professional development
Teaching Certification
Teacher coaching
High school teaching experience
Computer skills
Agriculture
Agriculture
Classroom Teaching
Educational software

Full Job Description

Wallingford Public Schools
Agriculture Science and Technology Education Program Leader

Section I: General Information

Position Title: ASTE Program Leader Grade Level: 9-12 Work Year:
12 months with 20 days vacation

Immediate Supervisor: Building Bargaining Unit: The Wallingford Education Association
Administration/Curriculum Coordinator

General Description: The ASTE Program Leader provides significant leadership through instructional coaching, curriculum
writing, professional development, and curricular coordination for the various instructional components of the ASTE
Program. The ASTE Program Leader supports teachers in implementing recognized best instructional practices and the
approved district curriculum. Additional time is devoted to coaching department staff, administrative functions,
building-specific tasks, and other duties as outlined below and as required in the context of ASTE Department needs.

Section II: Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Responsibilities

Serve as a content instructional coach and/or mentor and promote
Provide non-evaluative feedback to observed teachers in a timely manner.
Share general reports of experiences/insights with district and building administrative staff to help plan

and deliver departmental improvement.

Coordinate, monitor, and/or facilitate PLG meetings as needed.

Initiate and conduct departmental meetings regularly to address curricular and building matters pertaining to the

content area.

Analyze data regarding student performance, enrollment, retention, etc..
Collaborate with teachers and administrative staff to formulate and implement both department and building

goals.

Ensure that such goals are aligned with and supportive of the district goals for that discipline.
Monitor/report fidelity of implementation.

Participate in curriculum writing; help recruit teachers as needed. Assist in the implementation and evaluation of

curriculum and department programming.

Participate in and support the adoption of textbooks and other instructional resources. Help recruit teachers to

participate in such activities.

Assist in the coordination, planning, and implementation of professional development activities for the department.
Attend curriculum and other professional conferences to keep abreast of progress and new developments in the

field of specialty.

At Wallingford Public Schools our mission is to inspire through innovative and engaging experiences that
lead all learners to pursue and discover their personal best.

Provide direct instruction to students in ASTE-related curricula (ie, job application process, Supervised Agricultural

Activity

Organizational Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation and implementation of the department budget.
Oversee and coordinate the department’s instructional materials, textbooks, and equipment.
Take part in grant writing opportunities to procure materials and equipment for the ASTE program
Manage departmental purchasing, etc.

Assist as needed in the recruitment, screening, hiring, training, and assigning of department personnel.
Advise the building administration on and participate in scheduling students and staff for the following school year.
Support substitute teachers placed in the department when present.
Share minutes of all department meetings

Complete reports and surveys relevant to the discipline; prepare an end-of-the-year report to the Principal and

Curriculum Coordinator summarizing departmental activities, accomplishments, progress toward annual goals,
and recommendations for raising standards.

Other related duties as assigned by the Administration.

Public Relations/Community Leadership

Promote the respective instructional program to the community through collaboration and assistance with

school-wide programs (e.g., orientations, award ceremonies) as needed.

Attends required evening events

Serve as a resource for both parents and teachers to resolve student/parental concerns.

Assists building or district administrative staff in such situations when necessary.

Engage with counselors and administrators from feeder schools in and out of the district to promote student

enrollment in the ASTE program

Additional Duties

Ensure the safety of students
Adheres to the policies and regulations of Wallingford Public Schools and to the Connecticut Code of Professional

Responsibility

Maintain accurate and complete records as required
Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
Maintain the strictest confidence regarding personnel, students, and the district's operational concerns.

At Wallingford Public Schools our mission is to inspire through innovative and engaging experiences that
lead all learners to pursue and discover their personal best.

Take an active role in all school security and emergency management preparedness activities

Section III: Qualifications

CT Department of Education CT certification 040 (Agriculture, PreK-12)
Certification Endorsement 092 Intermediate Administration or Supervision preferred

Education Master’s degree or equivalent in Agriculture or related field

Experience Minimum of five years of teaching experience in Agricultural Education

Section IV: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Essential
Knowledge Demonstrated knowledge of current and best pedagogical practices.

Demonstrated expertise in problem solving, instructional leadership, mentoring, and

planning

Skills and Abilities Good communication skills

Highly developed organizational skills, good professional judgment, and the ability to serve

as an advocate for the department

Demonstrated understanding of instructional technologies and software, equipment, tools,

and devices used in presenting instruction, documenting assessments, student progress, or
other classroom administrative requirements of the district

Section V: Working Conditions

Physical and Mental Demands/Work Environment
Note: The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable invited individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Repetitive hand motion, e.g. keyboarding, typing, writing, etc.
Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, see, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel,

climb, and stoop

Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors, and/or telephone calls
Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push, and/or pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 20

pounds

Revised May 2026

At Wallingford Public Schools our mission is to inspire through innovative and engaging experiences that
lead all learners to pursue and discover their personal best.

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