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

MITTYE P. LOCKE ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mittye P. Locke Achievement Academy in New Port Richey, FL is seeking an ESE teacher for Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled students for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is 196 days per year and full-time, with immediate opening and open until filled.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing instructional programs, creating IEPs, aligning with district policies, and ensuring student safety. Florida certification requirements apply; reading endorsement preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ESE 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Create curriculum, lesson plans and educational programs along with IEP development.
• Ensure safety, security and regulatory compliance in all procedures.

Education

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

Job description

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

Pasco County Schools MITTYE P. LOCKE ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY - New Port Richey, Florida Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Location:Mittye P. Locke, 5206 Trouble Creek Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34652

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

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

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.

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.

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

Pasco County Schools MITTYE P. LOCKE ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY - New Port Richey, Florida Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5857913

Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start: Immediately

Location:Mittye P. Locke, 5206 Trouble Creek Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34652

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 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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Job Requirements

Contact Information

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