Teacher, Basic Education - English Language Arts (2026-2027)

PASCO K8; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools Pasco K-8 in Dade City, FL is seeking a Middle School English Language Arts teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This 196‑day, full‑time position offers benefits and an immediate starting date.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree and a Florida Educator’s Certificate or participate in a state‑approved certification pathway. Responsibilities include planning and delivering instruction, developing curriculum, and ensuring compliance with federal, state and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program required

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize, and implement an instructional program for students.
• Create curriculum and lesson plans aligned with standards.
• Adhere to safety, security, and regulatory requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education - English Language Arts (2026-2027)

Pasco County Schools PASCO K8 - Dade City, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5906158

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

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start: Immediately

Location:Pasco K-8,Pasco K-8 13925 14th Street, Dade City, FL 33525

Instructional Position

• 196 Days Per Year
• Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Specialty:English Language Arts

Grade Level:Middle School (Grade 6-8)

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

FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION ONLY:

This position may require you to teach an additional period beyondyour 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 > English & Language Arts

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]