Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Intellectually Disabled (InD) 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancy*

CENTENNIAL STEAM ELEMENTARY; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CENTENNIAL STEAM ELEMENTARY in Dade City, Florida seeks an exceptional educator for the ESE program (InD) for the 2026-2027 school year. This anticipated vacancy covers a 196-day, full-time instructional position with benefits, starting October 2026.

The teacher will develop and deliver an ESE curriculum, plan lessons and IEPs, and ensure compliance with federal, state and district regulations. Florida Educator’s Certificate or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Create and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and ensure compliance with federal, state, and district regulations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education or related field

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

Job description

Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Intellectually Disabled (InD) 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancy*

Pasco County Schools CENTENNIAL STEAM ELEMENTARY - Dade City, Florida Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5925902

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

Posted: Sep 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 5, 2026

Job Description

*Open Until Filled*

Estimated Start:10/7/2026

Location:Centennial STEAM Elementary 38501 Centennial Rd Dade City FL 33525

Specialty:Special Education,Intellectually Disabled (InD)

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, - Intellectually Disabled (InD) participate in Community-Based Instruction and Special Olympics

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 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 > General Special Education

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]