Teacher, Basic Education - Intermediate (2026-2027) *Anticipated Vacancy*

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

Job summary

Pasco County Schools – Lacoochee Elementary seeks an instructional leader for 4th–5th grade. The role focuses on developing and delivering an engaging curriculum, planning comprehensive lesson sequences, and enforcing safety and regulatory standards at the school.

The successful candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree, state-approved certification or eligibility, and a Florida Educator’s Certificate or adjunct certification, with Reading Endorsement preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an instructional program for students through curriculum and lesson plans.
• Plan and execute lessons for 4th–5th grade while following safety regulations.
• Maintain documentation and comply with federal, state and local requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

State-approved certification pathway program

Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification

Statement of eligibility

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education - Intermediate (2026-2027) *Anticipated Vacancy*

Pasco County Schools LACOOCHEE ELEMENTARY - Dade City, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5924446

Application Deadline: Sep 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Estimated Start: Anticipated

Location: Lacoochee Elementary School, 38815 Cummers Road, Dade City, FL 33523

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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