Teacher, Prekindergarten (VPK) ESE (2026-2027)

Open Until Filled

Estimated Start: 8/5/2026

Location: Anclote Elementary, 3610 Madison Street, New Port Richey, FL 34652

Specialty: Early Childhood Programs - Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program (VPK)

                 Exceptional Student Education (ESE)

Grade Level: Age (4-5)

Instructional Position

196 Days Per Year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and implementing an instructional program for Pre-Kindergarten Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students through curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs, while ensuring that all procedures are followed to maintain safety and security and to meet federal, state, and local regulations.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the field of Prekindergarten/Early Education, or related field

         OR

• Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate in Pre-Kindergarten/Primary PK-3 or District-issued adjunct certification

        OR

• Valid statement of eligibility

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• All hires must meet the Early Childhood physical examination requirements.

Current and former parents or guardians of children served by the Head Start program will receive preference for employment in Head Start vacancies for which they apply.

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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.