Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled (EBD) 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools seeks an exceptional educator to teach Exceptional Student Education (ESE) for Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled (EBD) students at Centennial Middle STEM Magnet School in Dade City, FL. The position is full-time for the 2026-2027 school year, starting 08/17/2026 and running 196 days a year with benefits.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing an instructional program, planning lessons, and creating IEPs while complying with district and state regulations.

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 valid statement of eligibility.
• Reading Endorsement preferred; candidates willing to sign an agreement to earn an endorsement may be prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Create lesson plans and contribute to individual education plan (IEP) development.
• Ensure safety and compliance with federal, state and district regulations.
• Maintain documentation and follow district procedures for EBD instruction.

Job description

Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled (EBD) 2026-2027

Pasco County Schools CENTENNIAL MIDDLE STEM MAGNET SCHOOL - Dade City, Florida Open in Google Maps

Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled (EBD) 2026-2027 Pasco County Schools CENTENNIAL MIDDLE STEM MAGNET SCHOOL - Dade City, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5873838
Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start: 08/17/2026

Location: Centennial Middle STEM School, 38505 Centennial Rd, Dade City, FL 33525

Specialty: Special Education, Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled (EBD)

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.

FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION ONLY

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 > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Job Requirements

• 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]