ESE (Varying Exceptionality)

The School District of Lee County; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County in Lehigh Acres, FL seeks an ESE (Varying Exceptionality) teacher at Tortuga Preserve Elementary to deliver adapted instruction and create an inclusive classroom environment. Requires Bachelor's degree and valid Florida teaching certificate; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities include planning, assessment, collaboration with colleagues and parents, data-driven instruction, and maintaining records per district policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida teaching certificate covering appropriate area of responsibility.
• Preferred: Master’s degree from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Plan program of study meeting diverse student needs and abilities.
• Establish curriculum objectives and evaluate implementation.
• Create a conducive classroom environment for learning.
• Communicate objectives to students for lessons and units.
• Employ instructional methods aligned with objectives.
• Assess student progress and provide reports as required.
• Coordinate with district specialists when needed.
• Counsel with colleagues, students, and parents regularly.
• Support school policies and maintain classroom order ethically.
• Supervise assignments for support staff and volunteers.
• Utilize technology in teaching and learning.
• Maintain accurate records per policy and regulation.
• Adhere to ethics and participate in school improvement efforts.
• Recognize student distress indicators and act per procedures.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational & prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Work under deadlines

FERPA / privacy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Florida teaching certificate

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Project management tools

FERPA compliance systems

Job description

ESE (Varying Exceptionality)

The School District of Lee County Tortuga Preserve Elementary - Lehigh Acres, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5989195
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 11, 2026 4:39 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida teaching certificate covering appropriate area of responsibility.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience managing business/department functions and staff.

Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; analytical, mathematical, organizational, and prioritization skills; flexibility and adaptability in dealing with rapidly changing priorities and demands; interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and enforce pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
• Knowledge of and experience using multiple project management tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
• Ability to work effectively under stress of deadlines, volume of workload, and multitasking requirements.
• Ability to organize self, prioritize tasks, and maintain a high level of energy in a fast-paced environment to provide efficient services.
• Ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to deliver high-quality customer service in a timely and professional manner.

Revised: 08/01/23

Responsibilities

• Plan individually or cooperatively a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, diverse backgrounds, and abilities of students.
• Assist in establishing department or grade-level curriculum objectives and the development of the comprehensive plan for the implementation and evaluation of the objectives.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Diagnose the learning strengths and weaknesses of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of District specialists as deemed appropriate.
• Counsel with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for support personnel and school volunteers to work cooperatively with department heads or grade level chairmen; evaluate their effectiveness.
• Use appropriate technology in teaching and the learning process.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records and reports as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.
• Adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida and meet all school and District policy requirements.
• Support school improvement initiatives by actively participating in school activities, services, and programs.
• Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate action based on school procedures and law.
• Establish an appropriate testing environment and test security.

Revised: 08/01/23

Additional Job Information

Candidates selected for a position at this location may qualify for an incentive. Please visit our website to learn more information: https://www.leeschools.net/cms/One.aspx?portalId=676305&pageId=218316964

Candidates who do not hold this specific certification are eligible to apply for positions and may be eligible to be hired in a subject area that is not on their Florida teaching certificate. For additional information, please contact the Human Resources Main line at 239-337-8197.

Position Type: Full-time

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2855 Colonial Blvd
• Fort Myers, Florida 33966
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]