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.
Teacher, Graduation Enhancement Resource (2026-2027) Pasco County Schools
LAND O' LAKES HIGH
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Pasco County School District Job Details Job ID:
5832302
Application Deadline:
Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday Starting Date:
Aug 5, 2026 Job Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Estimated Start Date:
8/5/2026
Location:
Land O' Lakes High School, 20325 Gator Lane, Land O' Lakes, FL 34638
Specialty:
Graduation Enhancement Resource Program (Classroom Environment) Instructional Position 196 Days Per Year Full Time, Benefit Eligible
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where at-risk students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and for organizing and implementing an instructional program that results in students achieving academic success in accordance with District policies and state laws.
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution OR Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS
Valid Florida's Educator's Certificate in a core content area (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) in the grade level of the teaching assignment. Click here for Job Description
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 > Alternative Learning Environment Student Services > Educational Diagnostician Job Requirements Contact Information Pasco County Schools 7227 Land O'Lakes Blvd. Land O' Lakes, Florida 34639
Phone:
727-774-2000
Email:
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