Industrial Trades Teacher 4-Day Week (Ag./Woods/Fabricating/Mechanics)West Elk USD 282 • westelk.us West Elk is seeking an additional teacher to "supplement" current Industrial Trades offerings and high student enrollment in the current offerings as well as "expand" offerings to the Industrial Trades Program . Currently West Elk offers the following classes with two Trades Educators: Agricultural Technology & Mechanical Systems Pathway AND Diversified Agricultural Science Pathway: Introduction to Agriculture - 9th Animal Science - 10th Horticulture - 11th Agricultural Mechanics - 11th Advance Agricultural Mechanics - 12th Agribusiness - 12th Ag Communications - 12th
Construction and Design Pathway Introduction to Skilled Trades - 8th Design Strand: Drafting/CAD - 9th Research and Design for Preconstruction - 10th
Construction Strand: Woodworking Principles - 9th General Carpentry I - 10th Advanced Materials and Fabrication - 10th General Carpentry II - 11th Research and Design in Building Trades - 11th Advanced Woodworking - 12th (Building/construction trades)
With the onboarding of an additional Industrial Trades Educator, collaborative planning will take place for the 25-26 schedule. Applicants can expect a focus on lab work in areas they are certified (or can be certified). West Elk has a strong FFA enrollment and engagement within the student body and has access to 15 acres of agriculture land on campus. The program also includes an ag. barn, large greenhouse, and livestock infrastructure. West Elk piloted a Building Trades/Construction offering this school year with early success with the time provided. Expansion of this program within the schedule is a goal of the district. Diverse experience/skill in the components above, desire to support current offerings, strong leadership, collaborative skills, and a passion for promoting district vision endeavors of current and future programing are essential components to the position.
Benefits Information District full paid single BCBS of Kansas Health Insurance Salary Information West Elk prides itself with a competitive salary schedule. The base salary is $45,470 and accepts years of experience. 163 day contract with a base salary daily rate of $279 Employer Information
West Elk USD 282 is located in Howard, Kansas, serving approximately 400 students in preschool through graduation. West Elk Schools operate on a four-day school week (155 student days/163 teacher contracted days), with Monday being the non-school day. West Elk USD 282 is classified as a 2A district and offers most traditional JH/HS athletics and extra-curricular activities for students. The district offers summer programming for K-8 students. West Elk has been recognized for high academic rigor and success, with the success of over 86% of our students meeting or exceeding Math and Reading standards on Kansas Assessments.
West Elk has competitive extra-curricular programs, and strong community support. Recently, the patrons of West Elk USD 282 showed their support by passing a bond election, with a 75% voting approval, for the purpose of building a new elementary wing, multi-purpose room, and staff work space. These facilities are now occupied by the PREK-6th grade elementary students.
West Elk is in the process of opening a full time early childhood center/daycare (birth-12) facility on campus. Enrollment for children of staff are protected and prioritized.
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1201 S. Highway 99, P.O. Box 607
Howard, KS 67349 Job Start Date August-7-2025 Applications Due By August-1-2025 Job Contact Information |