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

ZEPHYRHILLS HIGH; Florida; On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Zephyrhills High School in Zephyrhills, FL, seeks an exceptional student education (ESE) teacher for Varying Exceptionalities to develop and implement instructional programs and IEPs for ESE students while ensuring safety and compliance with district and state regulations.

Candidates should hold a Florida Educator’s Certificate or eligibility and a bachelor’s in ESE or a related field; Reading Endorsement is preferred. This is a 196-day, full-time position with benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ESE or related field; OR approval by state-approved certification pathway program.
• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification; OR valid statement of eligibility.
• Reading Endorsement preferred; candidates with endorsement may be prioritized for hiring.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Reading Endorsement

ESE Instruction Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education or related field

State-approved certification pathway program

Florida Educator’s Certificate or adjunct certification

Statement of eligibility

Job description

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

Job Description

Anticipated Vacancy

Estimated Start:Anticipated

Location:Zephyrhills High School, 6335 12th Street, 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 .

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

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Open Until Filled

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]