Speech Therapist (Itinerant) 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 Special Education Department Coordinator, the Speech Therapist provides speech and language services to students throughout Merced County. The position evaluates students to determine eligibility for speech and/or language services and provides appropriate therapy to address identified needs. The Speech Therapist collaborates with teachers and school administrators, participates in IEP meetings, works with parents and guardians to develop IEPs, monitors and reports on student progress, and maintains required student records and assessments. The position also helps select instructional and assessment materials and participates in professional development activities.
Requirements / Qualifications
APPLICATION MATERIALS Please carefully review the attached job description for the minimum qualifications. Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements and submit all required documentation by the application deadline will be considered for an interview. Required Application Materials The following documents must be received by the application deadline for your application to be considered: *Completed EDJOIN Online Application and AB2534 *Resume *Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (Letters must be signed and dated within the last 18 months) *All college transcripts (Include transcripts from community colleges and universities, along with a copy of your degree) *Copy of your California Credential Education Completion of the degrees necessary for issuance of a credential to serve in the areas of language, speech, and hearing. Credentials & Requirements Appropriate California credential authorizing service as a Speech Therapist. Valid California Driver’s License. DMV H-6 Driver Record printout required. Experience Clinical training and speech therapy experience, including clinical practice with school-aged children.
Important: Please ensure that ALL required documents are uploaded and submitted with your EDJOIN application before the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 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 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
- Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of ALL college units.)
- Credential Copy (Copy of your California Credential)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
APPLICATION MATERIALS Please carefully review the attached job description for the minimum qualifications. Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements and submit all required documentation by the application deadline will be considered for an interview. Required Application Materials The following documents must be received by the application deadline for your application to be considered: *Completed EDJOIN Online Application and AB2534 *Resume *Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (Letters must be signed and dated within the last 18 months) *All college transcripts (Include transcripts from community colleges and universities, along with a copy of your degree) *Copy of your California Credential Education Completion of the degrees necessary for issuance of a credential to serve in the areas of language, speech, and hearing. Credentials & Requirements Appropriate California credential authorizing service as a Speech Therapist. Valid California Driver’s License. DMV H-6 Driver Record printout required. Experience Clinical training and speech therapy experience, including clinical practice with school-aged children.
Important: Please ensure that ALL required documents are uploaded and submitted with your EDJOIN application before the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 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 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
- Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of ALL college units.)
- Credential Copy (Copy of your California Credential)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume
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
8/31/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/4/2026
Contact
Ana Rios-Belt
209-381-6751
209-381-6751
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$68,829 - $136,272 Annually
$68,829 - $136,272 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Based on 26-27 C3 Certificated Salary Schedule
Length of Work Year
7.5 hours per day / 184 days per year
Employment Type
Full Time
Department/Program
Special Education
Location
Itinerant/Merced County
Hours
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
PC #
141 and 2464