Teacher, Basic Education - Elementary, Physical Education (2026-2027)

PAUL R. SMITH K8; Holiday (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul R. Smith K-8 School in Holiday, FL is seeking a Teacher for Basic Education - Elementary and Physical Education for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time, benefit-eligible role covers PK-5 with 196 days per year and immediate starting date.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing an instructional program, planning lessons, and ensuring compliance with safety, policy and regulatory requirements. A bachelor’s degree or state certification path is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or approval by a state-approved certification pathway program.
• Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification, or valid statement of eligibility.
• Reading Endorsement preferred for hiring consideration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize and implement an instructional program for students.
• Create curriculum, lesson plans and educational programs aligned with regulations.
• Maintain safety and security and meet applicable federal, state and local requirements.

Skills

Reading Endorsement

Education

Bachelor's degree

State-approved certification pathway

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education - Elementary, Physical Education (2026-2027)

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This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and Pasco County School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5858768

Application Deadline: Aug 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Estimated Start: Immediately

Location: Paul R. Smith K-8 School, 1410 Sweetbriar Drive, Holiday, FL. 34691

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Grade Level: Primary (K-3rd Grade) and 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 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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Contact Information

• Pasco County Schools
• 7227 Land O'Lakes Blvd.
• Land O' Lakes, Florida 34639
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]