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

Paul R Smith K8; Holiday (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools at Paul R. Smith K‑8 School in Holiday, FL seeks a full‑time Teacher for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) – Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled (EBD) for the 2026‑2027 school year. Immediate start; 196 days per year; benefits eligible.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in ESE or related field, Florida educator certification or eligible status, and a reading endorsement preferred. Primary duties include developing curricula, lesson plans, and IEPs while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education or related field.
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Prepare lesson plans and develop individual education plans (IEPs).
• Ensure procedures meet safety, federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Special Education

Reading Endorsement

Education

Bachelor's degree in ESE or related field

State-approved certification pathway

Job description

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

Pasco County Schools PAUL R. SMITH K8 - Holiday, Florida Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5563164

Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start:08/05/2026

Location:Paul R. Smith K-8 School, 1410 Sweetbriar Drive,Holiday, FL. 34691

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.

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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.

REVISION: 03/13/2026; 03/04 School Name change Paul R. Smith K-8 School

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Contact Information

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