Teacher, Basic Education - Primary 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancy*

Pasco County Schools; Land O' Lakes (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools in Land O'Lakes, FL seeks a Teacher, Basic Education - Primary (K-3) for Oakstead Elementary for 2026-2027. This anticipated vacancy involves delivering an engaging instructional program, planning lessons, and maintaining safety and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities include developing curriculum, assessing student progress, and collaborating with staff to support diverse learners while meeting district policies and Florida standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification or valid statement of eligibility is required.
• Reading Endorsement preferred; candidates willing to earn endorsement may be prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize and implement an instructional program for students.
• Create curriculum, lesson plans and educational programs while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
• Assess and monitor student progress and adapt instruction to diverse learners.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to align with Florida standards.

Skills

Reading Endorsement

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Approval by/state-approved certification pathway program

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education - Primary 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancy*

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start: Anticipated

Location: Oakstead Elementary School, 19925 Lake Patience Rd., Land O'Lakes, FL 34638

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Grade Level: Primary (K-3rd 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.

Job Details

Job ID: 5950984

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

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

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]