Summary
Description
Hancock Public School is a vibrant educational community dedicated to inspiring students to reach their fullest potential. We pride ourselves on providing a well-rounded education that equips students with academic excellence, real-world skills, and a passion for lifelong learning. Our agriculture program is a cornerstone of our commitment to practical, hands-on learning.
Hancock Public School has an opening for a full-time 7-12 Agriculture teacher and co-FFA advisor beginning with the 2025-26 school year. Our District is currently seeking an exceptional, dynamic, and highly motivated individual who is passionate about teaching, energetic, and able to maintain our outstanding agricultural education program and award winning FFA program. The successful candidate will work with another full-time Ag teacher. Our programs highlight the career opportunities locally, regionally, and nationally for students in agriculture. Candidates must be self-directed and possess the desire, drive, and creativity to continue to develop our Ag program. The successful candidate will have outstanding support from a community whose economy is based on agriculture. The nature of the position possesses latitude for creativity and the prospect of developing an Ag program of the future. An extended day contract will be offered to the successful candidate.
Hancock is a small, friendly community of approximately 800 residents located in West Central Minnesota. Hancock Public School is a financially sound district, and thanks to strong support and involvement from the community, and a committed staff, our student population continues to grow. A complete remodel of existing space and new addition was added to our K-12 facility in 2013 and again in 2019. The 2019 addition included new ag shop facilities.
Candidates interested in the position must:
- Possess solid classroom management skills.
- Be extremely organized.
- Utilize best practice teaching strategies including differentiated instruction.
- Have a strong background in technology including the use of SMART Boards, Chromebooks, and laptops in the classroom.
- Be creative and forward thinking.
- Be skilled at meeting the diverse needs of all learners.
- Be knowledgeable in the use of data to differentiate and drive instruction.
- Be outgoing and community minded. Willingness to invite/involve parents and community members in the classroom is a must.
- Have a willingness to be involved in other aspects of the Hancock Public School culture and community.
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Enjoy working as a collaborative team member in a K-12 setting.
- Hold, or be able to obtain by the start of the 2025-26 school year, a current Minnesota teaching license, with appropriate endorsement.
Preferred (But Not Required):
*Career & Technical Education Certified.
*Teacher/Coordinator Work-Based Learning Certified
Responsibilities Include:
- Providing hands-on learning opportunities through classroom activities, labs, and outdoor projects.
- Mentoring and supervising students in FFA activities, competitions, and leadership development.
- Managing and maintaining school agricultural facilities.
- Collaborating with colleagues, local agricultural professionals, and community partners to enhance learning opportunities.
- Staying current with agricultural advancements and incorporating innovative practices into the curriculum.
- Supporting students in career development and exploration within the agricultural industry.
- Teaching Agriculture courses to middle and high school students while providing challenging curriculum for all students.
- Maintaining accurate records of students’ grades and attendance.
- Participating in grade level and department meetings, aligning and deepening curriculum, improving pedagogy.
- Practicing and carrying out rules and procedures as defined by the Hancock Public School District.
- Participating fully in all staff development and staff collaboration such as in-service, staff meetings, department work, committee work, parent teacher conference nights, etc.
- Supporting the Principal with supervision of students.
- Fostering a love of agriculture in all students.
Coaching vacancies are anticipated. Willingness/ability to coach is not a priority in the hiring process.
All interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, copy of teaching license, transcripts, and at least three current letters of recommendation to:
Mr. Timothy Pahl
Pre-K-12 Principal
Hancock Public School
371 Hancock Avenue
Hancock, MN 56244
tim.pahl@hancockisd768.org
Employment will begin August, 2025. Position will remain open until filled. If you would like more information on Hancock Public School, please feel free to access our website at hancock.k12.mn.us
Hancock Public School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Any questions regarding this position should be directed to:
Timothy A. Pahl
Pre-K-12 Principal
Hancock Public School
Phone: 320 392-5621
Email: tim.pahl@hancockisd768.org
or to
Mr. Wes Anderson
7-12 Ag Teacher
Email: wes.anderson@hancockisd768.org
Work Phone: 320-392-5621
Cell Phone: 320-297-0121
*Be part of a school that values innovation, community, and the future of agriculture.*
