Teacher, ESE Core, Science

Teacher, ESE Any Core, Science preferred

Sarasota County Schools – Sarasota, Florida. This position is located at McIntosh Middle School.

• Job : 5845495
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Location:

McIntosh Middle School
Cost Center:
McIntosh Middle School
Hours Per Day: 7.5

Shift: Contract
Months: 10
Days Posted: 3
Cutoff date for Internal qualified candidates to be guaranteed an interview: 07/23/2026
Posting Closing Time: 4:30 PM
Salary Lane:
Instructional
Salary Schedules:
Salary Schedules EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION TEACHER SALARY

SCHEDULE:

INSTRUCTIONAL COST CENTER:
School Based or District Wide

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution. Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate in Exceptional Student Education and endorsement, as required. Meet certification and highly qualified requirement for core content area(s), at appropriate level.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to design and implement educational services for exceptional students. Knowledge of prescribed curriculum and research-based strategies for instructing students with varying learning abilities and styles. Ability to use technology to support learning. Ability to effectively assess levels of student achievement, analyze data and prescribe actions for improvement. Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision, so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.

Ability to provide specially designed instruction specific to IEP goals.

• Develop appropriate quality Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), including determining present levels of performance, measurable annual goals (with benchmarks and/or short-term objectives), and appropriate classroom/testing accommodations.
• Collect and monitor appropriate and aligned student performance data to include in Present Levels of Performance, adjust specially designed instruction, identify IEP goal needs and report student progress toward IEP goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, service providers, and other staff to build and maintain positive relationships.
• Apply best practices and pedagogy for individual skill acquisition for students with disabilities, learning styles that require adaptations or modifications to instructional delivery.
• Participate in professional learning related to curriculum, changes, or needs assessments within the district, and develop professional learning opportunities.
• Coordinate scheduling and facilitation of IEP meetings and reevaluation reviews with parents and appropriate school/agency personnel, including explaining procedural safeguards.
• Serve as Local Education Agency (LEA) Representative, if designated by administrator.
• Plan and deliver meaningful, engaging, and differentiated instruction to assist students with disabilities in mastering state standards.
• Assist with transition planning for students with disabilities, including transition assessments, waivers, deferrals, and other procedures as required.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative, organized, and safe learning environment.
• Manage time, materials, and equipment effectively.
• Ensure record‑keeping procedures comply with Sarasota County Schools policies.
• Enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and School Board policies.
• Administer state assessments in a secure environment with appropriate accommodations.
• Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with students, parents, and the community.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and maintain current professional certificate.
• Model professional and ethical conduct with students, peers, parents, and the community.
• Support school improvement initiatives through active participation in school activities and programs.

Light work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed.

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Hours of employment shall be those established by the District.

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Full-time

Job Requirements appear to be detailed under Minimum Qualifications and Performance Responsibilities.

• Christina Rogers-Hehr, Talent Acquisition Coordinator
• 1960 Landings Blvd
• Sarasota, Florida 34231
• Phone:
• Email: christina.rogers-h