Teacher, Basic Education - Kindergarten (2026-27) *Anticipated Vacancy*

RICHEY ELEMENTARY; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools in New Port Richey, Florida is seeking a Kindergarten teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The role requires developing and delivering an engaging instructional program, planning standards-aligned lessons, and maintaining a safe, productive classroom environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and Florida Educator’s Certificate or eligibility. Reading Endorsement is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program.
• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification or valid statement of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and implement an instructional program for students with curriculum and lesson plans.
• Ensure safety, security, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Reading Endorsement

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

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

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education - Kindergarten (2026-27) *Anticipated Vacancy*

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Location:Richey Elementary,6850 Adams Street,New Port Richey, FL 34652

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

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

• 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.

Teacher, Basic Education - Kindergarten (2026-27) *Anticipated Vacancy*

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5989876

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

Posted: Nov 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Estimated Start:01/15/2027

Location:Richey Elementary,6850 Adams Street,New Port Richey, FL 34652

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Grade Level:Kindergarten

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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