Agriculture Teacher
Job Details
AsOne Ministries is a Christ-centered, non-profit organization committed to making disciples of Jesus and creating sustainable solutions in education, enterprise, health, and agriculture. We exist to end spiritual, relational, and economic poverty - one community at a time - by investing in holistic development in rural, underserved communities across Uganda.
The Agriculture Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality, practical, and theoretical instruction in Agriculture to secondary school students in the Luuka and Serere communities, in line with the national curriculum. The role combines classroom teaching with hands-on supervision of the school farm/demonstration garden, equipping students with agricultural knowledge, vocational skills, and Christ-centered values that prepare them for further study, self-employment, or community agricultural development. The Agriculture Teacher works closely with the Director of Studies, fellow subject teachers, and AsOne Ministries leadership to promote academic excellence and practical skill-building. Duty station is Luuka / Serere Community, Uganda. This is a full-time position. Salary is not disclosed.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and deliver Agriculture lessons in line with the national secondary curriculum and syllabus requirements.
- Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessment schedules for all assigned classes.
- Deliver engaging theoretical lessons covering crop science, animal husbandry, soil science, agri-business, and farm management.
- Set, administer, and mark class tests, assignments, and examinations, providing timely and constructive feedback.
- Track learner performance and progress, identifying gaps and providing remedial support where needed.
- Prepare students for national and internal examinations, ensuring syllabus coverage within the academic calendar.
- Plan and supervise practical lessons on the school farm, garden, or demonstration plots.
- Guide students in hands-on activities including planting, crop management, animal rearing, irrigation, and record-keeping.
- Maintain the school farm/garden as a functional teaching resource, ensuring it reflects current best practices.
- Oversee the safe use, maintenance, and storage of farm tools, equipment, and inputs (seeds, fertilizers, agro-chemicals).
- Organize student projects, field trips, and demonstrations that reinforce classroom learning with real-world application.
- Ensure health and safety standards are observed during all practical and field-based activities.
- Mentor students interested in agriculture-related career paths, including further studies and agribusiness opportunities.
- Encourage participation in agriculture clubs, exhibitions, competitions, and community outreach programs.
- Provide guidance and support to students on projects, portfolios, and practical assessments.
- Prepare and manage the budget for farm inputs, tools, and practical activities in collaboration with school administration.
- Maintain accurate records of farm production, inputs, sales (where applicable), and inventory.
- Identify opportunities to generate income or in-kind benefits for the school through farm produce, in line with school policy.
- Ensure proper storage, maintenance, and stock control of agricultural tools, equipment, and consumables.
- Work collaboratively with the Director of Studies and fellow subject teachers to align academic planning.
- Participate in departmental meetings, staff briefings, and school-wide events.
- Engage parents and the local community in supporting students' practical agricultural learning where appropriate.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by school leadership as needs arise.
Qualifications, Skills and Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Education (Agriculture), Agricultural Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years' teaching experience at secondary school level, preferably teaching Agriculture.
- Sound knowledge of the national secondary Agriculture curriculum and Ministry of Education guidelines.
- Practical knowledge of crop production, animal husbandry, and general farm management.
- A demonstrated personal Christian faith and commitment to Christ-centered education.
- Passionate about teaching and mentoring young people in agriculture and practical life skills.
- Patient, hands-on, and comfortable leading outdoor and field-based instruction.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, balancing classroom and farm responsibilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, staff, and parents.
- High level of integrity, responsibility, and accountability for school resources.
- Strong command of Agriculture subject content, including crop science, animal science, and agri-business.
- Skilled in practical/field instruction, demonstration techniques, and farm supervision.
- Competent in lesson planning, assessment design, and academic record-keeping.
- Basic proficiency in using technology for lesson preparation and record-keeping.
- Capable of maintaining a safe, organized, and productive school farm/garden environment.