Classroom Teacher - ESE

Charlotte County Public Schools Punta Gorda Middle, 0121 – Punta Gorda, Florida.

Classroom Teacher – ESE / 2026‑2027

Certified or certifiable in Florida in Elementary Education and ESE. ESOL endorsement required. Communications Disorder unit, Autism Endorsement or certification preferred. Ability to differentiate instruction in a multi‑grade classroom. Works with other adults including paraprofessionals who assist with instruction.

• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• Valid Florida teacher certification or equivalent.
• Appropriate ESOL, Gifted and Learning Disabilities and Reading hours as required.

• Maintains a valid Florida Teaching Certificate or appropriate certification.
• Adheres to the rules and regulations as prescribed by the State Board of Education Florida Statutes, the school board, and administrative procedures.
• Prepares, maintains, and submits accurate and complete records and reports as required by the State Board of Education Florida Statutes, the school board, and administrative procedures.
• Supports the student learning plan.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative procedures and board policies.
• Fulfills the terms of the written contract, unless released from the contract by the school board.
• Maintains a classroom environment which is safe, orderly, and conductive to effective learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of all students.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Prepares and maintains lesson plans for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of supervisor.
• Works with students to create a classroom environment that is conductive to teaching and learning.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of all individuals or student groups involved.

Competitive compensation package includes a robust employee benefits offering with access to plan options for supplemental and optional plans. CCPS offers plan members an onsite Wellness Center providing no‑cost preventative care, low‑cost acute care appointments, behavioral health services, and prescription dispensing for select prescriptions at no additional cost.

Position Type: Full‑time

Salary: $36.90 Per Hour

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Charlotte County Public Schools promote Equal Educational and Employment Opportunities.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, as outlined in our drug‑free workplace policy.

Charlotte County Public Schools consider Veteran’s preferences for all positions in accordance with Florida Statute 295.07.