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Benton Community School District Agricultural Education / Industrial Technology Teacher (Shared Position, Grades 7-12) in Van Horne, Iowa
Agricultural Education / Industrial Technology Teacher (Shared Position, Grades 7-12) JobID: 1525
Position Type:
High School Teaching/ Agricultural Education
Date Posted:
3/18/2026
Location:
Benton Community Middle - High School
Date Available:
08/01/2026
Closing Date:
04/03/2026
The Benton Community School District (BCSD) is seeking a teacher to fulfill the following position: Agricultural Education / Industrial Technology Teacher (Shared Position, Grades 7-12)
Location: Benton CSD Middle/High School
600 1st St.
Van Horne, Iowa 52346
(319) 228-8701
If you have questions about this position, please contact:
Mr. Rob Libolt, Principal, BCSD High School - rlibolt@benton.k12.ia.us
Agricultural Education / Industrial Technology Teacher (Shared Position, Grades 7-12)
Full-Time (Shared Assignment)
2026-27 School Year
Benton Community is seeking a dynamic and innovative educator to serve in a shared teaching role across Agricultural Education and Industrial Technologyfor students in grades 7-12. This unique position is designed to provide flexibility in programming while expanding opportunities for students to engage in hands-on, career-connected learning.
The district is open to candidates who are:
Fully endorsed in Agricultural Education or Industrial Technology, with a willingness to teach across content areas, or
Interested in obtaining dual endorsementwith district support.
Interested individuals would (be):
Interested in delivering engaging, standards-aligned instruction in Agricultural Education and/or Industrial Technology courses.
Teach a range of middle and high school courses, which may include:
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Welding, Construction, or Manufacturing
Small Engines, Ag Construction, or STEM-related courses
Integrate hands-on, project-based learning experiences that align with career and technical education (CTE) pathways and Work-based learning experiences.
Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
Maintain safe and effective lab/shop environments.
Encourage student participation in career exploration, competitions, and work-based learning experiences.
Work collaboratively with other teachers, counselors, and administration to support student success.
Partner with local businesses, community organizations, and industry professionals to enhance programming.
Required:
Valid Iowa Board of Educational Examiners teaching license.
Endorsement in Agricultural Education (5-12) or Industrial Technology (5-12 or 7-12).
Preferred:
Willingness to obtain dual endorsement in Agricultural Education and Industrial Technology.
Experience with project-based or experiential learning.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
It is the policy of the Benton Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Mrs. Anna Selk at aselk@benton.k12.ia.us.
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