Teacher of the Visually Impaired - Special Education Department - (20% FTE) at Santa Cruz County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is committed to ensuring all students have the educational opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a wide range of services and programs geared at supporting our 10 public school districts and expanding educational opportunities and outcomes for the nearly 40,000 students who call Santa Cruz County home. We envision an impactful educational community where everyone feels they belong and have the resources, relationships, and skills to thrive. Our mission is to create an equitable educational system that fosters growth, opportunities, and well-being for all. We work alongside partners in Santa Cruz County’s educational community to build BRIDGES — Belonging, Relationships, Innovation, Data-informed decision-making, Growth mindsets, Excellence, and Sustainability — to equity in education. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary
Job Summary
To provide specialized instruction to students with visual impairments as needs are identified; provide assessment, adapted instructional materials and consultation services to students and teachers in area of specialty; and perform related Teacher of the Visually Impaired duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position is open until filled and applications will be screened on an on-going basis and qualified applicants will be invited to interview. Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher. License or Certificate: Valid California Special Education teaching credential authorizing teaching of the Visually Impaired. Must Have English Learner (EL) Authorization. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California Driver’s License.
School Year: 185 days per year. Locations: This is an itinerant position. It may include travel to various SCCOE school sites. MA (pro-rated) stipend $1,500; Doctorate (pro-rated) stipend $400. MUST SUBMIT RESUME; THREE LETTERS OF REFERENCE AND A COVER LETTER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position is open until filled and applications will be screened on an on-going basis and qualified applicants will be invited to interview. Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher. License or Certificate: Valid California Special Education teaching credential authorizing teaching of the Visually Impaired. Must Have English Learner (EL) Authorization. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California Driver’s License.
School Year: 185 days per year. Locations: This is an itinerant position. It may include travel to various SCCOE school sites. MA (pro-rated) stipend $1,500; Doctorate (pro-rated) stipend $400. MUST SUBMIT RESUME; THREE LETTERS OF REFERENCE AND A COVER LETTER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Comments and Other Information
This is a 20% FTE position. No benefits will be offered.
Comments and Other Information
This is a 20% FTE position. No benefits will be offered.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
3/21/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$52,480 - $109,594 Annually
$52,480 - $109,594 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Prorate at a 20% FTE; Service credit is given for prior appropriate experience; Salary based on 2024-2025 Salary Schedule.
Length of Work Year
Position to begin August 2025.
Employment Type
Part Time