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

FOX HOLLOW ELEMENTARY; Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Hollow Elementary School in Port Richey, FL 34668 is seeking a Teacher for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) with Varying Exceptionalities (VE) for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is full-time, 196 days per year, located at Fox Hollow Elementary School, 8309 Fox Hollow Drive, Port Richey, FL 34668.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in ESE or related field, and Florida Educator’s Certificate or district adjunct certification or eligibility, with a preferred Reading

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ESE 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.
• Reading Endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Prepare curriculum, lesson plans, educational programs and IEP development.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and regulatory requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in the field of Exceptional Student Education, or related field

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

Job description

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

Job Description

Estimated Start:Anticipated

Location: Fox Hollow Elementary School,8309 Fox Hollow Drive,Port Richey, FL 34668

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.

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

Pasco County Schools FOX HOLLOW ELEMENTARY - Port Richey, Florida Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Application Deadline: Nov 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Estimated Start:Anticipated

Location: Fox Hollow Elementary School,8309 Fox Hollow Drive,Port Richey, FL 34668

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 .

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]

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