Hillsborough County Public Schools

Welcome to The Hillsborough County Public School District in beautiful, vibrant Tampa, Florida! We are located on Florida's west central coast, and we are ranked among nation's top places to live, work, and play! Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) is the largest employer in the Tampa Bay Area, is the 3rd largest school district in Florida and the 8th largest district in the United States. Your Mission. Their Future. Teach in Tampa. Now’s the time! Hillsborough County Public Schools is recruiting talented teachers with a passion for urban education. Successful applicants for the 2016-17 school year will share a commitment to excellence and a belief that every child can learn. As a teacher at HCPS, you’ll be inspired every day by our incredible students – many of whom are on their way to becoming the first in their family to graduate from college. And you’ll join a passionate team of teachers and school leaders with a single-minded focus on one mission – helping every student achieve their fullest potential. Our educators are dedicated to achieving our vision of being in the top one percent of the school districts in the nation. Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS). Our district hires more than 1,500 teachers annually to staff 244 schools and centers. Our commitment to excellence in education is impressive, and is essential for providing an educated, talented workforce for area businesses. Tampa is also one of the most Literate Cities in America, ranking 16th in the country among cities with more than 250,000 residents. Our schools rank high and help make excellent neighborhoods. If you're looking for a great way of life, it doesn't get better than Greater Tampa Bay. There's no state income tax and low property taxes. Tampa offers a lower cost of living than other major southern cities, including Atlanta, Orlando, Charlotte and Charleston. Tampa's year-round signature weather provides ample opportunities to escape outside for fresh air and fun. Hillsborough County visitors and residents have always cherished their parks. Fishing, boating, camping, a world of nature for children and adults alike are offered. Discover the rich historical feel of Ybor City. Walk along the downtown area which has a big city feel. Discover many beautiful parks and natural attractions this county has to offer. It has the largest performing arts center in the southeast United States and the largest science museum in the south. The cultural arts district in downtown Tampa is expanding every day, with the addition of the Patel Conservatory which helps both young and mature actors, artists, musicians and performers perfect their craft.

We believe in attracting and investing in the best and brightest people who demonstrate energy, compassion and dedication to improving the lives of our students by facilitating their academic achievement and individual well-being. We stress professionalism and teamwork in everything we do in order to exceed student, parent, staff, and community expectations and deliver an outstanding educational program. We will provide all students with the knowledge and skills necessary to reach their highest potential.

Hillsborough County Public School district is an equal opportunity employer. The district does not discriminate against a person regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, ethnic group identification, disability, or any other reason. We make every effort to provide quality, courteous, prompt service to the public in general.