Teacher of Special Education Preschool, Galen Clark Preschool, Merced, Special Education Department at Merced County Office of Education
About the Employer
The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Coordinator, Special Education Department, teaches preschool with a variety of disabilities and their families using a variety of teaching methods in a variety of settings. Works in cooperation with specialists, families and agency representatives in providing for the educational and personal needs of the students. This position is included in the certificated bargaining unit and is subject to terms of the union agreement regarding membership, payment of like fee, or donation to recognized charity.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please carefully review the attached job description for minimum requirements. Only candidates who meet minimum requirements and submit all required documentation will be considered to interviews. The following must be submitted by the deadline date: *Complete online application * Resume *All college transcripts, transcripts verifying degree and copy of degree. * OPTIONAL: 3 current letters of recommendation (dated within 18 months of submission and signed by the author) * Letters from all employers verifying specific work experience as required for the credential (requirements for letters attached to job announcement) * Copy of California credential authorizing service in this area (if applicable). * Upon hire must present TB clearance, high school diploma, official transcripts, H-6 DMV printout, CA driver license, and proof of auto insurance liability (if required by position). All applicants will be contacted via e-mail only. If unable to attach the required documents to the application, please fax to (209)381-6768, Attention: Denisse Soto or you can drop them off at 632 W 13th Street, Merced (Room C-2). Please make sure to indicate the position you are applying for so that it is correctly attached to your application.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Coordinator, Special Education Department, teaches severely disabled student utilizing prescribed curriculum. Works in cooperation with specialists, parents and agency representatives in providing for the educational and personal needs of the students. Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of instructional aides and/or teaching assistants assigned to the Program. This position is included in the certificated bargaining unit. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BA/BS Degree plus appropriate coursework to qualify for credential to teach preschool severely disabled students. One year experience teaching/working with children with special needs. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: … Hold/qualify for CA teaching credential authorizing the teaching of severely disabled students with Preschool Authorization or Early Childhood Special Education. Proof of EL Authorization, BEST and CSET scores (or equivalency) must be provided. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV H-6 printout required. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout required. ALL MINIMUM REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be reviewed for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. A maximum of eight applicants will be invited for a panel interview. All candidates will be notified via email following the final selection.
- Copy of Transcript (Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of units(as per minimum requirements for this position)))
Requirements / Qualifications
Please carefully review the attached job description for minimum requirements. Only candidates who meet minimum requirements and submit all required documentation will be considered to interviews. The following must be submitted by the deadline date: *Complete online application * Resume *All college transcripts, transcripts verifying degree and copy of degree. * OPTIONAL: 3 current letters of recommendation (dated within 18 months of submission and signed by the author) * Letters from all employers verifying specific work experience as required for the credential (requirements for letters attached to job announcement) * Copy of California credential authorizing service in this area (if applicable). * Upon hire must present TB clearance, high school diploma, official transcripts, H-6 DMV printout, CA driver license, and proof of auto insurance liability (if required by position). All applicants will be contacted via e-mail only. If unable to attach the required documents to the application, please fax to (209)381-6768, Attention: Denisse Soto or you can drop them off at 632 W 13th Street, Merced (Room C-2). Please make sure to indicate the position you are applying for so that it is correctly attached to your application.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Coordinator, Special Education Department, teaches severely disabled student utilizing prescribed curriculum. Works in cooperation with specialists, parents and agency representatives in providing for the educational and personal needs of the students. Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of instructional aides and/or teaching assistants assigned to the Program. This position is included in the certificated bargaining unit. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BA/BS Degree plus appropriate coursework to qualify for credential to teach preschool severely disabled students. One year experience teaching/working with children with special needs. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: … Hold/qualify for CA teaching credential authorizing the teaching of severely disabled students with Preschool Authorization or Early Childhood Special Education. Proof of EL Authorization, BEST and CSET scores (or equivalency) must be provided. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV H-6 printout required. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout required. ALL MINIMUM REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be reviewed for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. A maximum of eight applicants will be invited for a panel interview. All candidates will be notified via email following the final selection.
- Copy of Transcript (Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of units(as per minimum requirements for this position)))
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Application Deadline
4/10/2023 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
1/31/2023
Contact
Tricia Ellis
209-381-6622
209-381-6622
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$59,095 - $106,578 per year based on 22/23 C3 Certificated Salary Schedule
Length of Work Year
7.5 hours per day; 184 days per year
Employment Type
Full Time
Program
Preschool Program (PSP)
Location
Galen Clark Preschool, Merced
Hours
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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MCOE EMPLOYEES
Qualified employees who apply will be considered internal first.
PC#
2538