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

Pasco County Schools; Holiday (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools is seeking an Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher for Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled (EBD) at Anclote High School in Holiday, FL. This 196-day, full-time instructional position requires a bachelor’s degree in ESE or related field and appropriate Florida certification or eligibility.

The role focuses on planning and delivering specialized instruction with IEP development and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education or related field.
• Florida Educator Certificate or district adjunct certification, or eligibility.
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Prepare lesson plans and educational programs.
• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Ensure procedures meet federal, state, and local regulations for safety and compliance.

Skills

Special Education

Behavior support

Curriculum planning

IEP development

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s in Special Education

State-approved certification pathway

Florida teaching certificate or eligibility

Job description

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

Pasco County Schools ANCLOTE HIGH - 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: 5964560

Application Deadline: Oct 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026

Job Description

Estimated Start: 11-02-26

Location: Anclote High School, 1540 Sweetbriar Dr., 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.

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

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kelly Baker , Administrative Asst.
• ANCLOTE HIGH
• Email: [e-mail]