What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher, Basic Education/ Exceptional Student Education (ESE) - Primary, Art (2026-2027) *Anticipated Vacancy position at MITTYE P. LOCKE ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY?
Estimated Start: 08/05/2026
Location: Mittye P. Locke Achievement Academy, 5206 Trouble Creek Rd., New Port Richey, FL 34653
Metropolitan Ministries Early Learning Center, 3222 US HWY 19 N, Holiday, FL 34690
Paul R. Smith K8 1410 Sweetbriar Drive, Holiday FL 34691
Position split between Mittye P. Locke Achievement Academy, Metropolitan Ministries VPK and Paul R. Smith K-8
Instructional Position
196 Days Per Year
Full Time, Benefit Eligible
Grade Level: Primary K-5 & Intermediate K-8
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and implementing an instructional program for 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
- OR
- Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program
- 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.