Teacher, Basic Education -1st Grade (2026-2027)

WEST ZEPHYRHILLS ELEMENTARY; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools in Zephyrhills, FL seeks a 1st Grade Teacher to develop, plan, and deliver an instructional program for primary students. The role requires creating engaging lessons, maintaining safety, and meeting district and state requirements.

Responsibilities include implementing curriculum, assessing progress, and collaborating with staff. A Bachelor’s degree and Florida certification pathway are required, with a Reading Endorsement preferred for prioritization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program.
• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize and implement an instructional program for students through curriculum, lesson plans and educational programs.
• Maintain safety and comply with federal, state and local regulations while delivering instruction.
• Teach 1st grade as part of the Primary grade level with appropriate assessments.

Skills

Reading endorsement

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

State-approved certification pathway

Florida educator certificate

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education -1st Grade (2026-2027)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start: Anticipated

Location: West Zephyrhills Elementary School, 37900 14th Ave, Zephyrhills, FL 33542

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Grade Level: Primary (1st Grade)

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and implementing an instructional program for students through curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs, while ensuring that all procedures are followed to maintain safety and security and to meet federal, state, and local regulations.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• OR
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• 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.

FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION ONLY: This position may require you to teach an additional period beyond your base contract. Should this occur, you will receive additional compensation at the effective negotiated rate in 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.

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]