CTE – Animal Science Teacher

Job Title: CTE � Animal Science Teacher Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Campus Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Salary� 212 Days 

Dept./School: Turner High School Date Revised: May 11, 2026 
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Primary Purpose:

To help students learn Animal Science and related skills at appropriate levels that will contribute to their development as mature, capable and responsible individuals

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Valid Texas teacher certification in Trade and Industrial Education: Grades 6-12. This assignment requires appropriate work approval
• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Experience:

• At least three (3) years' experience in a veterinary medical related field.

Major Responsibilities and Duties: 

Instructional Strategies:

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of TEA curriculum in Animal Sciences.
2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
3. Conduct assessment of student learning style and use results to plan instructional activities.
4. Coordinate and serve as instructor for pre-professional veterinary medical careers.
5. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district and state requirements.
6. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development:

1. Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.
2. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
3. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal teaching.
4. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
5. Participate in related Career Tech Student Organization's (CTSO's) for their program including preparing and traveling with students to competitions if applicable.

Classroom Management and Organization:

1. Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
2. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Professional Growth and Development:

1. Participate in staff development activities and attend professional development as needed or required.
2. Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents and community members.

Additional Duties:

1. Assist and maintain with the care and feeding of animals at the off-site Ag Barn.
2. Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; 

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 30 pounds) 

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district-wide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy and procedures, and coordinate district functions

Other: Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures; Other duties as assigned

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job is not an employment agreement or contract. The administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Employee: ___________________________________________________________________

Signature of Employee: _________________________________________________________

Date: ________________________________________________________________________

Reviewed by: Leigh Ann Stone Date: May 2026

Approved by: Kyalla Bowens Date: May 2026