Teacher of Special Education Preschool (Galen Clark) 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 Coordinator, Special Education Department, teaches preschool with a variety of disabilities and their families using a variety of teaching methods in a variety of settings. Works in cooperation with specialists, families and agency representatives in providing for the educational and personal needs of the students. This position is included in the certificated bargaining unit and is subject to terms of the union agreement regarding membership, payment of like fee, or donation to recognized charity.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please 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 plus appropriate coursework to qualify for credential to teach preschool severely disabled students. Credentials and/or skills: Hold/qualify for CA teaching credential authorizing the teaching of severely disabled students with Preschool Authorization or Early Childhood Special Education. Proof of EL Authorization, BEST and CSET scores (or equivalency) must be provided. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV H-6 printout required. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout required. Experience: One year experience teaching/working with children with special 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 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
- Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of ALL college units.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Please 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 plus appropriate coursework to qualify for credential to teach preschool severely disabled students. Credentials and/or skills: Hold/qualify for CA teaching credential authorizing the teaching of severely disabled students with Preschool Authorization or Early Childhood Special Education. Proof of EL Authorization, BEST and CSET scores (or equivalency) must be provided. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV H-6 printout required. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout required. Experience: One year experience teaching/working with children with special 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 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
- Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of ALL college units.)
- 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
5/12/2025 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/7/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$64,222 - $115,822 Annually
$64,222 - $115,822 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Based on 24-25 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/Preschool
Location:
Galen Clark Preschool (211 E 11th St., Merced)
Hours:
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
PC #:
2831