ESE TEACHER,VARYING EXCEPTIONALITIES

Orange County Public Schools; Florida; On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Public Schools is seeking an ESE Teacher for varying exceptionalities at Sunridge Elementary in Winter Garden, Florida. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and Florida certification eligibility to teach in the state.

The candidate will collaborate with administrators, curriculum specialists, and staff to implement school programs and goals, manage classrooms, and assess student progress, while maintaining records and engaging families in student development.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and current curriculum
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking
• Proficiency with basic technology and instructional planning

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement hands-on activities with instructional teams.
• Participate with faculty and staff to improve school programs.
• Evaluate programs and student progress to guide instruction.
• Maintain classroom and supervise equipment and student care.
• Engage in professional growth activities and stay current on instructional techniques.
• Use varied instructional techniques to meet diverse student needs.
• Involve parents through conferences and communications.
• Maintain records such as grade books and progress reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Planning & organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certification eligible (FL)

Job description

ESE TEACHER,VARYING EXCEPTIONALITIES

Orange County Public Schools SUNRIDGE ELEMENTARY - Winter Garden, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5977214

Application Deadline: Nov 06, 2026 10:29 AM (UTC)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Compensation

Salary Schedule

Overview

To provide an appropriate educational atmosphere which encourages positive student learning and to participate in a dynamic setting with other classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists and other staff members in the development and implementation of the school's programs and goals.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1.Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• 2.Certification or eligible for certification by the Florida State Department of Education to teach in the State of Florida

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of prescribed curriculum and child development; ability to communicate effectively using written and oral communication skills; knowledge of current research; basic knowledge of technology; planning and organizational skills; ability to manage the classroom and supervise students; skill in analyzing, diagnosing and evaluating student progress and programs; knowledge of varied learning styles; ability to use effective, positive interpersonal skills. Commitment to a core set of beliefs about teaching, learning, and ongoing professional development.

REPORTS TO:

School Principal

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1.Works with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on programs and activities for students and the school.
• 2.Participates as an active member with other faculty and staff.
• 3.Participates in a cooperative effort with faculty and staff to plan, implement and evaluate programs of continuing school improvement.
• 4.Manages classroom and supervises proper care of equipment used.
• 5.Participates in personal professional growth activities focused on the acquisition of new and improved skills and knowledge.
• 6.Diagnoses and analyzes student progress and programs for the purpose of providing appropriate instruction based on the developmental stages of students.
• 7. Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques to meet the individual needs of students.
• 8. Utilizes technology and current research in instruction.
• 9. Evaluates students' progress on a regular basis.
• 10.Utilizes classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom climate.
• 11.Shows sensitivity to students, parents and the community and promotes student self-esteem.
• 12.Maintains professional relationship between school and parents.
• 13.Maintains contact with parents through parent-teacher conferences, telephone, or written communications.
• 14.Encourages parental involvement through school activities, connecting home and school.
• 15.Maintains all records as required, including but not limited to grade books, attendance records and student progress reports.
• 16.Assists in the protection of student and school property.
• 17.Responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by OCPS. With the support of the district, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required to perform in current position.
• 18.Responsible for timely and accurate information they maintain as part of their job responsibilities.
• 19.Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.

ADA COMPLIANCE:

Physical Ability:

Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (l2-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements:

Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds.

Environmental Factors:

Tasks are regularly performedwithout exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease or pathogenic substances.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions as set forth in the negotiated contract between the School Board of Orange County, Florida and the Orange County Classroom Teachers Association.

Additional Qualifications

3rd-5th grade students

Position Type: Full-time

Contact Information

• Kimberly Wood
• 445 W. Ameila Street
• Orlando, Florida 32801
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]