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

ZEPHYRHILLS HIGH; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Zephyrhills High School in Florida is seeking a Biology teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time, 196-day position starts immediately and focuses on delivering a rigorous biology curriculum to grades 9-12.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or state-approved certification pathway, plus a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or adjunct certification. Safety and regulatory compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or participation in a state-approved certification pathway.
• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or district‑issued adjunct certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement instructional programs for students using curriculum and lesson plans.
• Plan and organize instructional activities while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Deliver biology instruction for grades 9-12 and assess student learning.

Skills

Biology

Science education

Curriculum planning

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

State-approved certification pathway program

Florida Educator’s Certificate or adjunct certification

Job description

Teacher, Basic Education - Science (2026-2027)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Location: Zephyrhills High School,6335 12th Street, Zephyrhills, FL 33542

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Specialty: Science (Biology, Biology Honors, AP Biology, Anatomy and Physiology Honors)

Grade Level: High School (Grade 9-12)

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

***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

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Science: Biology

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• 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]