ESE Science Teacher

Job Description

Mother Clelia Morning Star High School (MCMSHS), a dynamic and growing ESE high school, is seeking a full-time high school special education teacher with an academic focus in Science for the 2026-27 school year.

Established in 2020 and accredited in 2024, MCMSHS partners with a community of families whose children have a variety of neurodivergent diagnoses. Our students receive a modified curriculum aligned with Florida's Access Point Standards. MCMSHS offers both non-diploma, and diploma opportunities over either four or five-year course progressions which are determined based on the needs of each individual student in collaboration with parents and staff. We endeavor to help spark creativity, feel Christ's daily presence and love, and help families plan for the future, ensuring students graduate with confidence.

The ideal candidate is dedicated to delivering quality instruction while helping students grow into disciples of Christ whose hearts and minds are focused on a love of God. Interested individuals will also be expected to strive for academic excellence and humble service to all. Applicants must hold a valid ESE Florida Teaching Certificate or be willing to seek Florida certification. Practicing Catholic educators are preferred, but this is not a requirement. A dedication and passion for teaching special needs students in a Christ -centered, nurturing environment is critical.

At our core, our love of Christ permeates the campus from the beginning of our day to

All employment at all Catholic Schools within the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee require a screening through the Clearinghouse. More info on the Clearinghouse can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

Interested candidates should send any questions, or a cover letter and resume to Mary Lambeth at office@mshspensacola.org Please include a brief philosophy statement reflecting your thoughts on special needs education.

About the Employer

Mother Clelia Morning Star High School provides a distinctively Catholic education to students with exceptionalities in the Pensacola Community. By meeting our students' unique academic, social, and emotional needs with Christ's love and compassion, we prepare them for independence and success after high school.