Job Description

Estimated Start:

01/06/2026

Location:

Thomas E. Weightman Middle School, 30649 Wells Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

Specialty:

Exceptional Student Education - ESE, Autism Spectrum


Social Behavior Communication Program (SBPC):


Florida Standards for students with moderate/severe behavior, communication


and sensory needs that are associated with autism spectrum disorder

Grade Level:

Middle School (Grade 6-8)



Instructional Position


196 Days per year


7.5 Hours per day

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

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Participate in Community-Based Instruction and Special Olympics

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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.

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.