Teacher on Special Assignment (SIERRA) - Merced County Office of Education : Job Details

About the EmployerThe 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 SummaryUnder the administrative direction of a Director and Coordinators of the Special Education Department, the teacher on special assignment will be responsible for mentoring other teachers relating to curriculum development and implementation, effective teaching and assessment strategies, effective social, emotional and behavior strategies. Will consult with appropriate administrators regarding teachers' professional development needs. This position is included in the certificated bargaining unit.Requirements / QualificationsPlease carefully review the attached job description for minimum requirements. Only candidates who meet minimum requirements and submit all required documentation will be considered for an interview. The following information must be received before the deadline date for your application to be considered for this position: 1) COMPLETED Edjoin online application 2) Resume 3) Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (signed and dated within the last 18 months). 4) ALL college transcripts (JC and University) and a copy of the degree. 5) Copy of your California credential (s) authorizing service in this area(s). Education: BA/BS Degree Credentials and/or Skills: Hold a valid CA Clear Teaching Credential authorizing the teaching of students with special needs and EL authorization. Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers. Valid CA driver's license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV printout required. Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience working with students with moderate to severe special needs in an educational setting supporting academic, behavioral, and social needs.All applicants will be contacted via e-mail. If you are experiencing difficulty submitting your Ed-Join application or scanning and attaching documents, you may contact EDJOIN HELP DESK at 1-888-###-####, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

• Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of ALL college units.)
• Credential Copy
• Resume

Comments and Other InformationIMPORTANT! 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.