ESE (Exceptional Student Education) Teacher – 26-27 School Year

Bridgeprep Academy • Hollywood, FL

11h • $54,879 - $73,402 • Onsite

About The Position

BridgePrep Hollywood Hills is seeking a compassionate, highly skilled Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher will design and deliver specialized instruction to students with diverse learning needs and collaborate with general education teachers, school staff, and families to ensure Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are implemented with fidelity and students can reach their academic and personal potential.

The position is full-time and located at BridgePrep Hollywood Hills in Hollywood, Florida. The target total annual compensation range is $54,879–$73,402, combining a base salary of $46,879–$51,402, an annual $5,000 ESE retention bonus, a $2,500 ESE endorsement supplement for eligible teachers, an additional $2,500 master’s degree supplement for a degree in a directly related field, and $500–$12,000 in prorated Broward County referendum pay.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida Educator Certificate or Temporary Certificate in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) K–12.
• Successful completion of a Florida Level 2 background screening.
• Knowledge of Florida ESE compliance guidelines, IEP drafting software, and positive behavior intervention strategies.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• ESE endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and implement compliant IEPs, including measurable annual goals, accommodations, and progress reports.
• Provide direct, specially designed instruction in individual, small-group, and push-in/pull-out settings aligned with state standards.
• Track, collect, and analyze academic and behavioral data to evaluate progress toward IEP goals and adjust instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, and administration to facilitate accommodations and modifications in inclusive settings.
• Facilitate annual IEP meetings and re-evaluations, and maintain ongoing collaborative relationships with parents and guardians.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings options, including 401(k) or Florida Retirement System, as applicable.
• Paid time off and paid school holidays.
• Professional development and special education leadership opportunities.
• Bi-weekly payroll addition for referendum pay supplements.
• ESE hard-to-staff retention bonus of $5,000 annually.
• ESE endorsement supplement of $2,500 annually for holders of a valid ESE endorsement.
• Master’s degree supplement of $2,500 annually for a conferred degree in a directly related field.
• Broward County referendum pay of $500–$12,000 annually, prorated.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level