Coordinator, Early Learning Services 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 (OCDE) Early Learning Services provides a wealth of research-based professional learning, coaching, technical assistance, and educational incentives for Orange County's early learning programs. OCDE is currently recruiting for a dynamic Coordinator, Early Learning Services for our Educational Services Division. The incumbent will be responsible for the management of various grant initiatives that support high-quality instructional practices, community partnerships, teacher development and continuous improvement.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience: • Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education or a related field. • Four (4) years of responsible educational experience including two (2) years leading publicly funded early learning programs. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or service in a public school program. 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. Please describe how you have implemented or managed a comprehensive teacher development model that supports higher education and credential attainment, job training, professional development and relevant resources. 2. Please explain your professional experience in supporting educational leaders to gain the knowledge and skills needed for the implementation of effective, high quality early learning environments Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience: • Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education or a related field. • Four (4) years of responsible educational experience including two (2) years leading publicly funded early learning programs. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or service in a public school program. 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. Please describe how you have implemented or managed a comprehensive teacher development model that supports higher education and credential attainment, job training, professional development and relevant resources. 2. Please explain your professional experience in supporting educational leaders to gain the knowledge and skills needed for the implementation of effective, high quality early learning environments Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application
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
5/12/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/29/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$576.13 - $701.98 Daily
$576.13 - $701.98 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Certificated Management, Range 32: $576.13 - $701.98 Daily. Placement based on education and years of experience.
Length of Work Year
210 Days
Employment Type
Full Time