Marion County Public Schools serves 43,000 students in Central Florida. With more than 6,000 employees, the district features 52 traditional public schools plus four charters. Online options are available for students at every grade level. Competitive salaries include paid health care, paid time off, and stipends for advanced degrees. Personalized learning with a focus on college and careers is reflected in the district’s many magnet programs and students’ passions come alive through the visual and performing arts. Enjoy the natural beauty of Marion County’s many local springs, rivers, and lakes and access nearby entertainment in Orlando, Daytona, and Tampa. The district is headquartered in Ocala, 30 miles south of Gainesville and 75 miles northwest of Orlando.