Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Varying Exceptionalities (VE) 2026-2027

WEST ZEPHYRHILLS ELEMENTARY; Florida; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

WEST ZEPHYRHILLS ELEMENTARY in Zephyrhills, FL, seeks a Teacher for Exceptional Student Education (VE) for the 2026-2027 school year. The role is instructional, 196 days per year, with starting August 5, 2026, and full-benefit eligibility.

Open until filled, with potential for additional period teaching and supplemental pay as per district policy. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in ESE or related field, state certification pathway approval, and valid Florida Educator’s

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Create curricula, lesson plans and IEPs in compliance with regulations and safety.

Skills

Reading Endorsement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education or related field

State-approved certification pathway program

Job description

Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Varying Exceptionalities (VE) 2026-2027

Starting Date: Aug 5, 2026

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Specialty:Varying Exceptionalities (VE)

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 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.

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5970138
Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 5, 2026

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start:Immediately

Location:West Zephyrhills Elementary,37900 14th Ave., Zephyrhills, FL 33542

Specialty:Varying Exceptionalities (VE)

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 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 .

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Special Education > General Special Education

Contact Information

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