Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) 2026-2027 *GENERAL APPLICATION*

Young World Physical Education; Land O' Lakes (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Teacher for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) for the 2026-2027 school year, based in Land O' Lakes, Florida. This full-time position involves developing and implementing educational programs tailored for students with exceptionalities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and possess a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate. Experience working with special education students is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification.
• Valid statement of eligibility is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement instructional programs for exceptional student education students.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Intellectually Disabled (InD)

Varying Exceptionalities (VE)

Emotional Behavioral Disability (EBD)

Reading Endorsement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education or related field

Participation in a state-approved certification pathway program

Job description

Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) 2026-2027 *GENERAL APPLICATION*

Pasco County Schools Various Locations - Land O' Lakes, Florida

Job ID: 5798526

Application Deadline: May 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Location: Multiple Locations Available

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Specialty

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Intellectually Disabled (InD)
• Varying Exceptionalities (VE)
• Emotional Behavioral Disability (EBD)

Job Summary

Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and implementing an instructional program for exceptional student education (ESE) students through curriculum, lesson plans, educational programs, and individual education plan development 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 in the field of Exceptional Student Education, or related field, 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.

Additional Information for Secondary Education

This position may require you to teach an additional period beyond 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: Special Education > General Special Education

Contact Information

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