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.
•New Port Richey, Florida This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education, and Pasco County School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5801084
Application Deadline:
Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Jun 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 5, 2026
Job Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Estimated Start:
08/05/2026
Location:
River Ridge High School•11646 Town Center Rd. New Port Richey, FL 34654
Specialty:
Special Education, Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled (EBD)
MUST BE CERTIFIED IN SCIENCE
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.
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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.
