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

CYPRESS CREEK HIGH; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress Creek High in Wesley Chapel, FL is seeking a Teacher for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) with an Intellectually Disabled (InD) specialty. The role is full-time and instructional, with 196 days per year and benefit eligibility.

Candidate should hold a Florida Educator’s Certificate or be in an approved certification pathway, with a Bachelor’s in ESE or related field. The job includes development and implementation of IEPs, curriculum planning, and ensuring compliance with district,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field is required or ongoing.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize, and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Create lesson plans, educational programs and IEPs.
• Ensure safety, compliance with federal/state/local regulations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Approval by/state-certified pathway program

Florida Educator’s Certificate or adjunct certification

Statement of eligibility

Job description

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

Pasco County Schools CYPRESS CREEK HIGH - Wesley Chapel, Florida Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5564151
Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Mar 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 5, 2026

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start: Anticipated

Location: Cypress Creek High School 8701 Old Pasco Rd, Wesley Chapel FL 33544

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 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.

Revised 3/13/2026

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]