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

THOMAS E WEIGHTMAN MIDDLE; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools at Thomas E Weightman Middle School in Wesley Chapel, FL, seeks a qualified science teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This instructional position supports grades 6-8, is full-time and benefit-eligible.

The ideal candidate holds a Florida Educator’s Certificate or is eligible, with a bachelor’s degree and state-approved certification pathway, and will develop curriculum, lesson plans, and ensure safety and compliance.

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.
• Valid statement of eligibility.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Bachelor’s degree

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

Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification

Valid statement of eligibility

Job description

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

Pasco County Schools THOMAS E WEIGHTMAN MIDDLE - Wesley Chapel, Florida Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5859176

Application Deadline: Sep 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 8, 2026

Job Description

Estimated Start:09/08/2026

Location:Thomas E. Weightman Middle School, 30649 Wells Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Specialty: Science

Grade Level: Middle School (Grade 6-8)

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

FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION ONLY:

***This position may require you to teachan additional periodbeyond your base contract. Should this occur, you will receive additional compensation at the effective negotiated rate in 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 > Science: General

Contact Information

• Pasco County Schools
• 7227 Land O'Lakes Blvd.
• Land O' Lakes, Florida 34639
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]