OCALA, FL (352today.com) – The start of the new school year is almost upon us, and Marion County Public Schools (MCPS) is hoping to fill open positions for instructional personnel.
MCPS will be holding its final hiring fair on Thursday, July 18, which is just three weeks before the start of the school year. The event will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The job fair will provide a unique opportunity for instructional personnel, including classroom teachers, who may receive immediate job offers for the 2024-25 school year.
Conditional contracts will be offered immediately to those candidates who meet the state and district-mandated teaching requirements.
Anyone hired will begin earning benefits once a contract is signed.
The hiring fair will be held at the Klein Conference Center at the College of Central Florida which is located at 3001 SW College Rd. in Ocala.
The event will provide prospective job candidates with an opportunity to network, meet school administrators, receive information about teacher certifications, as well as enjoy refreshments and giveaways.
Registration isn’t required, but applicants can jumpstart the employment process by visiting the district’s website.