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

CYPRESS CREEK MIDDLE; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress Creek Middle School in Wesley Chapel, FL is seeking a Teacher for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Varying Exceptionalities (VE) for the 2026-2027 year. The role requires a Bachelor’s in ESE or related field, Florida Educator’s Certificate or eligibility, and preferred Reading Endorsement.

Duties include developing ESE instructional programs, IEPs, and ensuring compliance with regulations. 196 days/year, full-time and benefit-eligible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education or related field or equivalent.
• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program.
• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or District-issued adjunct certification, or eligibility.
• Reading Endorsement preferred; endorsement pursuit may prioritize candidacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize, and implement an instructional program for ESE students.
• Prepare curriculum, lesson plans, educational programs and IEP development.
• Ensure procedures meet federal, state, and local regulations and maintain safety.

Education

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

Valid statement of eligibility

Reading Endorsement preferred

Job description

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

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5929621

Application Deadline: Sep 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 5, 2026

Job Description

Estimated Start:10/5/2026

Location:Cypress Creek Middle School,8845 Old Pasco Road,Wesley Chapel, FL 33544

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]