A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
Behavior Specialist (2026-2027) •Anticipated Vacancy• Pasco County Schools
EAST PASCO EDUCATION ACADEMY - JAMES IRVIN CAMPUS
- Dade City, Florida Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and
Pasco County School District Job Details Job ID:
5880350
Application Deadline:
Aug 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted:
Today Starting Date:
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Anticipated Location:
East Pasco Education Academy, 35830 County Rd 52, Dade City, FL 33525
Specialty:
Behavioral and Social Skills Programs Instructional 196 days per year Full Time, Benefit Eligible
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for coordinating, developing, and monitoring the development and implementation of behavioral services and social skills programs for students with disabilities in accordance with District, state, and federal requirements.
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in education or related field Trained in applied behavior analysis or agreement to complete the district approved training within a designated timeframe Trained in district approved positive behavioral strategies used to prevent or deescalate behavior or an agreement to complete the training within a designated timeframe
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS
Valid Florida Educator's Certificate in an exceptional student education area, school psychologist, or guidance and counseling Click here for Job Description.
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 > Behavior Specialist / EBD Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Pasco County Schools 7227 Land O'Lakes Blvd. Land O' Lakes, Florida 34639
Phone:
727-774-2000
Email:
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