Teacher, English Language Arts

Umatilla Middle School; Umatilla (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Umatilla Middle School in Lake County, Florida is seeking a qualified English Language Arts teacher for the middle grades. Immediate start, full-time position with duties including delivering engaging ELA instruction and supporting diverse learners.

Starting salary is commensurate with education and experience; the district emphasizes equal opportunity employment and adherence to state education requirements. Eligible candidates must meet citizenship/residency/work visa criteria and apply online.

Qualifications

• Must have citizenship, residency, or work visa status.
• Experience teaching English Language Arts in middle grades preferred.
• Immediate starting date for new hires.

Skills

English Language Arts teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Teacher, English Language Arts

Lake County School District (FL) Umatilla Middle School - Umatilla, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and Lake County School District (FL)

Job Details

Job ID: 5952856
Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Starting salary for new or returning hires is commensurate with relevant education and experience.

Notes: (1) This role does not provide for employment visa sponsorship. (2)In accordance with House Bill 521, the Agency for Health Care Administration created a public webpage to provide education and awareness of care provider background screening. Click the following link for webpage: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.065, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you must attach the proper and applicable documentation, such as DD Form 214, Disability Ratings, Marriage Verification, etc. to the application beforesubmitting, in order for the district to consider your request.

The Lake County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Lake County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $49,500 to $59,800 Per Year
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Classroom Teacher > English & Language Arts

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mary Bailey , Principal
• Umatilla Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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