ESE ASD Teacher - Full-Time, 196 Days

WOODLAND ELEMENTARY; Florida; Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Woodland Elementary in Zephyrhills, FL, seeks a Teacher for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) focusing on Autism Spectrum Disorders for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities include developing individualized instruction, IEPs, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Must have a Bachelor's in ESE and Florida certification; Reading Endorsement preferred.

Position is full-time, 196 days per year, with benefits; starting Sep 28, 2026.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in ESE or related field.
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program.
• Florida Educator’s Certificate or district adjunct certification, or eligibility.
• Reading Endorsement preferred; may be prioritized if earned.
• Must participate in Community-Based Instruction and Special Olympics.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Plan lessons, IEP development, and ensure compliance with district/regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with general education staff and support services.
• Participate in Community-Based Instruction and Special Olympics.

Conocimientos

Reading Endorsement

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

State-approved certification pathway program

Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification

Statement of eligibility

Descripción del empleo

Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) 2026-2027

Starting Date: Sep 28, 2026

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Location: Woodland Elementary School, 38203 Henry Drive, Zephyrhills, FL 33542

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and implementing an instructional program for exceptional student education (ESE) students through curriculum, lesson plans, educational programs and individual education plan development while ensuring that all procedures are followed to maintain safety and security and to meet federal, state, local regulations.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the field of Exceptional Student Education, or related field,OR
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification,OR
• Valid statement of eligibility

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Reading Endorsement preferred. Candidates with a Reading Endorsement or who are willing to sign an agreement to earn an endorsement may be prioritized for hiring.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Teacher ESE, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) must also participate in Community-Based Instruction and Special Olympics

FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION ONLY

This position may require you to teachan additional periodbeyondyour base contract. Should this occur, you will receive additional compensation at the effective negotiated ratein addition to your base salary for instructing this additional period. This additional amount will be paid as a supplement and will be disbursed in equal payments based on the District’s established payroll calendar for this position. This amount is considered part of your salary for Florida Retirement System purposes.

BACKGROUND SCREENING

Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening.

For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

Notification of Nondiscrimination:The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices.

Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) 2026-2027

Pasco County Schools WOODLAND ELEMENTARY - Zephyrhills, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and Pasco County School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5935270
Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 28, 2026

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start:Immediately

Location: Woodland Elementary School, 38203 Henry Drive, Zephyrhills, FL 33542

Specialty:Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and implementing an instructional program for exceptional student education (ESE) students through curriculum, lesson plans, educational programs and individual education plan development while ensuring that all procedures are followed to maintain safety and security and to meet federal, state, local regulations.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the field of Exceptional Student Education, or related field,OR

• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification,OR

• Valid statement of eligibility

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Reading Endorsement preferred. Candidates with a Reading Endorsement or who are willing to sign an agreement to earn an endorsement may be prioritized for hiring.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Teacher ESE, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) must also participate in Community-Based Instruction and Special Olympics

FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION ONLY

This position may require you to teachan additional periodbeyondyour base contract. Should this occur, you will receive additional compensation at the effective negotiated ratein addition to your base salary for instructing this additional period. This additional amount will be paid as a supplement and will be disbursed in equal payments based on the District’s established payroll calendar for this position. This amount is considered part of your salary for Florida Retirement System purposes.

BACKGROUND SCREENING

Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening.

For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

Click here for Job Description.

Notification of Nondiscrimination:The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Special Education > Autism

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Pasco County Schools
• 7227 Land O'Lakes Blvd.
• Land O' Lakes, Florida 34639
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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