Program Specialist, Career Education at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Orange County Department of Education is seeking a skilled professional to serve as a Program Specialist in Career Education. This role will focus on supporting the development and implementation of Career Technical Education (CTE) and teacher credentialing programs within the Career Education Unit. The Career Education & Postsecondary Advancement Unit is a dynamic team that unites educators and industry leaders with a common mission: to prepare students for success in both college and career paths. Through collaboration, the unit creates innovative courses that integrate rigorous academic content with practical career preparation. Our programs build connections between community colleges, K-12 schools, four-year universities, and industry partners, offering students work-based learning experiences and providing career development opportunities for educators.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education. • Three (3) years of classroom teaching experience or equivalent work with PK-12 students; five (5) years experience preferred. • Experience in a role focused on designing and delivering professional development for new and experienced educators. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California teaching or service credential appropriate to the assignment.
There are supplemental question in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental question is listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your response in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe your experience developing and implementing Career Technical Education (CTE) programs. How did you collaborate with educators and industry leaders? 2. Share an example of facilitating professional development for educators. How did you ensure it met their needs and improved instructional practices? 3. Explain your experience building partnerships with schools and industry. How did these collaborations create work-based learning opportunities for students?
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education. • Three (3) years of classroom teaching experience or equivalent work with PK-12 students; five (5) years experience preferred. • Experience in a role focused on designing and delivering professional development for new and experienced educators. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California teaching or service credential appropriate to the assignment.
There are supplemental question in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental question is listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your response in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe your experience developing and implementing Career Technical Education (CTE) programs. How did you collaborate with educators and industry leaders? 2. Share an example of facilitating professional development for educators. How did you ensure it met their needs and improved instructional practices? 3. Explain your experience building partnerships with schools and industry. How did these collaborations create work-based learning opportunities for students?
Comments and Other Information
A completed EdJoin application is required for a candidate to be considered for this opportunity. An attached resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The selected candidate will be also required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
EOE/ADA
Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Comments and Other Information
A completed EdJoin application is required for a candidate to be considered for this opportunity. An attached resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed EdJoin application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The selected candidate will be also required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
EOE/ADA
Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Application Deadline
9/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/18/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$496.78 - $605.30 Daily
$496.78 - $605.30 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Certificated Management, Range 26: Placement based on review of education and experience.
Length of Work Year
12 months / 210 days
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.