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Agriculture Mechanics Teacher (Welding & Construction Focus) Position Overview The Agriculture Education Teacher provides rigorous classroom, laboratory, and experiential instruction in agricultural mechanics, engineering, welding, wood/metal construction, and related Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways. The primary goal is to prepare secondary students for post-secondary education, industry certifications, and direct workforce employment through an integrated instructional model.

Work Unit/Location:

Secondary School Sites (Grades 7-12)

Reports To:

Site Principal /

CTE Coordinator Classification:

Exempt /

Full-Time Core Responsibilities Instructional Delivery & Curriculum Management Technical Instruction:

Deliver structured lessons, demonstrations, and hands-on laboratory experiences in agricultural mechanics, focusing explicitly on gas/arc welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW), oxy-fuel cutting, plasma cutting, and agricultural construction principles.

Construction & Trades:

Teach foundational construction techniques, including blueprint reading, structural design, carpentry, masonry, and basic electrical/plumbing systems applied to agricultural structures.

Academic Integration:

Blend core academic principles—specifically mathematics, literacy, and applied sciences—into the agricultural mechanics curriculum to meet

NMPED CTE

standards.

Shop Management & Safety Compliance Facility Supervision:

Manage and maintain safe operations within the agricultural mechanics shop, tool rooms, welding booths, and storage yards.

Safety & PPE:

Strictly enforce personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines, OSHA safety protocols, and proper equipment operation procedures.

Inventory Control:

Conduct routine maintenance, calibration, and inventory of welding machines, power tools, machinery, and raw materials. FFA Leadership & Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE)

FFA Chapter Advising:

Serve as the active advisor or co-advisor for the school's FFA Chapter, coaching leadership development teams and career development events (CDEs) specifically tied to Ag Mechanics.

SAE Supervision:

Direct and assess students' individual Supervised Agricultural Experiences, ensuring field-level projects align with modern industry standards.

Required Qualifications & Licensure Degree:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Agricultural Education, Agricultural Sciences, Mechanical/Industrial Technology, or a related field.

Primary License:

Must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid NMPED Secondary Vocational-Technical (7-12) Teaching License or a Secondary (6-12) license with an Agriculture Endorsement.

Testing:

Completion of NMPED testing requirements, including the Praxis Agriculture Content Knowledge Exam (5701) or a state-approved alternative portfolio pathway. Preferred Qualifications Math Endorsement (Preferred): An existing or obtainable NMPED Math Endorsement to satisfy applied math framework requirements.

Industry Certifications:

Active certifications from recognized industry bodies, such as the American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welder or National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications.

Certifications:

Current CPR/First Aid certification.