Professional Guest Teacher (PGT) 2026-2027

COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY; Florida; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY in New Port Richey, FL is seeking a Professional Guest Teacher (PGT) for the 2026-2027 school year. This temporary substitute position supports teachers on long-term leave, with assignments ranging from 30 days to a full school year, and a daily rate of $160.

The role involves developing, planning, organizing, and implementing instructional programs in the absence of the regular teacher, following curriculum and lesson plans to ensure learning continuity.

Qualifications

• Two years' classroom experience preferred.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize and implement instructional programs in the absence of the regular teacher.

Skills

Classroom experience

Working with children

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Professional Guest Teacher (PGT) 2026-2027

***Temporary Position***

Duration: START DATE: 11/2/26 END DATE: Unknown

Location: Cotee River Elementary, 7515 Plathe Road, New Port Richey, FL 34653

Grade Level: Intermediate (grade 4-5)

Pay $160 per day

Job Summary

ProfessionalGuest Teachers(Professional Substitutes) are substitute positions supplementing teachers who are on long-term leave. The duration of assignments may range from 30 days up to a full school year.

Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and implementing an instructional program for students through curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs in the absence of the students’ full-time teacher.

Education, training & experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Preferred qualifications

• Two years' experience in a classroom environment and/or working with children

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.

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]

For more information e-mail to: [e-mail].

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026