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Direct support professionals on day shifts often encounter challenges such as managing diverse behavioral needs, effectively communicating with individuals who may have limited verbal skills, and ensuring the safety and well-being of clients throughout daily activities. Building trust and rapport takes time and patience, especially when supporting individuals with varying levels of independence. Collaboration with healthcare professionals, therapists, and families is essential for developing personalized care plans and responding to changing needs, which makes teamwork and adaptability important skills in this role.

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To thrive as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, basic health/safety training, and a compassionate approach to care. Familiarity with documentation systems, behavior support plans, and sometimes certifications like CPR/First Aid are commonly required. Patience, strong communication, and the ability to build trust make someone stand out in this role. These skills ensure the well-being, dignity, and empowerment of clients while maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
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52014 Teacher, Varying Exceptionalities Project Impact

Monroe County School District FL

Key West, FL • On-site

$62K - $104K/yr

Other

Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Location: Marathon Middle/High School
Address: 350 Sombrero Beach Road, Marathon, FL 33050
Start/Dismissal Times: 7:25 AM - 2:30 PM
Position: Teacher, VE Project Impact
School Year: 2026-2027
Start Date: August 3, 2026
Salary: Base Salary ranges from $62,700 to $104,700, commensurate with experience. 
Detailed compensation info for newly hired teachers is available in our Instructional Salary Placement Guide for the 2025-2026 School Year.
Benefits: Explore our comprehensive 2026 Employee Benefits Guide with insurance premium rates conveniently listed on page 13.
Retirement: Choose between the Florida Retirement System Pension Plan or Investment Plan.
Leave: Teachers who start in August earn a total of 10 days of paid leave during the year. 
Background Screening: Employment for this position is contingent upon successful completion of background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Applicants may review important information about the screening process at: https://info.flclearinghouse.com 
Eligibility for Florida certification is required. FL certification in Exceptional Student Education (grades K-12) is a prerequisite for teaching in field. The Bureau of Educator Certification has developed instructional videos to guide applicants through the certification process, covering topics such as Florida's Online Educator Certification System Set-up and the Florida Teacher Certification Application.  Visit https://flcertify.fldoe.org/datamart/mainMenu.do to login or create a new user account.
How to Become FL Certified in Exceptional Student Education (grades K-12):












  1. Out-of-State Certification: If you hold an unexpired professional educator certificate from another state in the relevant subject area, please apply for Florida reciprocity.
  2. Special Ed Major: Commonly accepted bachelor's (or higher degree) majors for a Florida temporary educator certificate include: Special Education, Mild and Moderate Needs, Teacher of the Handicapped, Varying Exceptionalities, Behavioral Disorders, BD/LD, Emotionally Conflicted, Emotionally Disturbed, Emotionally Handicapped, Socially and Emotionally Maladjusted, Educable Mentally Retarded, Children with Retarded Mental Development (CRMD), Intellectual Disabilities, Mentally Handicapped, Mentally Impaired, Mental Retardation, Profoundly Mentally Retarded, Severely and Profoundly Mentally Retarded, Trainable Mentally Retarded, Learning Disabilities, Specific Learning Disabilities, Motor Disabilities, Orthopedically Handicapped, Physically Handicapped, & Physically Impaired.
  3. Other Majors: For other degree majors, passing the FTCE Subject Area Exam in ESE K-12 is required. Visit the testing website  http://www.fl.nesinc.com/tests.asp for further details. Locate a test center. Study materials are available for purchase through The Learning Liaisons and 240 Tutoring. Free sample questions are available here. If at first you don't succeed, you may retest every 30 days.


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