Teacher, Basic Education - 5th STEM 2026-2027

Pasco County Schools; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools is seeking a Teacher for 5th Grade STEM at West Zephyrhills Elementary in Zephyrhills, FL. The role involves planning, delivering, and supervising a structured STEM curriculum for fifth grade, starting immediately, with 196 instructional days per year.

The position requires a Florida Educator’s Certificate or district adjunct certification, or eligibility. A Reading Endorsement is preferred, and additional compensation may apply for extra periods beyond base contract.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement an instructional program for students through curriculum and lesson plans.
• Develop and organize instructional activities to meet regulations and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with colleagues to deliver a comprehensive STEM/STEAM education for 5th grade.

Skills

Reading Endorsement

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

State-approved certification pathway program

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education - 5th STEM 2026-2027

Pasco County Schools WEST ZEPHYRHILLS ELEMENTARY - Zephyrhills, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5927732

Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Estimated Start: Immediately

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

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Grade Level: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 Classroom Teacher > STEM/STEAM

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]