Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) 2026-2027

Pasco County Schools; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools seeks an Instructional Position for Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) at New River Elementary in Wesley Chapel, FL. The role focuses on developing educational programs and IEPs for exceptional student education students, ensuring all regulations are followed.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in ESE or related field and state-approved certification pathway participation; Florida Educator’s Certificate or adjunct certification or eligibility is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education or related field.
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program.
• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification, or eligibility.
• Reading Endorsement preferred.
• Teacher ESE, ASD must participate in Community-Based Instruction and Special Olympics.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize, and implement an instructional program for ESE students with ASD.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations and safety requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education, or related field

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

Job description

*Open Until Filled*

Estimated Start:10/26/26

Location: New River Elementary,4710 River Glen Blvd.,Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

Specialty:Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

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, 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.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Teacher ESE, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) must also participate in Community-Based Instruction and Special Olympics

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.