Teacher, Basic Education Intermediate (2026-2027) *ANTICIPATED VACANCY*

COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools at Cotee River Elementary in New Port Richey, FL seeks a 4th Grade teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This instructional position is full-time with benefits and a 196-day calendar.

The role requires developing and implementing an aligned instructional program, planning lessons, and delivering engaging curriculum while maintaining safety and compliance with district, state, and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification, or eligibility.
• Reading Endorsement preferred; endorsement may be prioritized for hiring.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an instructional program for 4th grade.
• Plan lessons and educational programs meeting regulations.
• Maintain safety and security in classroom according to policies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Florida Educator’s Certificate or eligibility

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education Intermediate (2026-2027) *ANTICIPATED VACANCY*

Pasco County Schools COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY - New Port Richey, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5948965
Application Deadline: Oct 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026

Job Description

Estimated Start: November 2, 2026

Location:Cotee River Elementary, 7515 Plathe Road New Port Richey, FL 34653

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Grade Level: 4th 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]