Teacher, Basic Education - 5th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancy*

Pasco; Hudson (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools HUDSON ACADEMY in Hudson, Florida, seeks a 5th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role is full-time and benefits-eligible, with an anticipated vacancy and immediate starting date.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree, Florida Educator’s Certificate or approved certification pathway, or eligibility. Reading Endorsement preferred. Position may require teaching an additional period with corresponding compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification, or valid statement of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize, and implement an instructional program for students through curriculum and lesson plans.
• Ensure safety, security and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Reading Endorsement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

State-approved certification pathway program

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education - 5th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancy*

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Job Details

Job ID: 5958560
Application Deadline: Oct 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Estimated Start: Anticipated Vacancy

Location:Hudson Academy,14540 Cobra Way, Hudson, FL 34669

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Grade Level: Intermediate (4th-5th 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

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 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.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

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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