Teacher on Special Assignment 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 assigned administrator, the teacher on special assignment will be responsible for mentoring/coaching other teachers/peers relating to innovative instructional practices, as well as effective teaching strategies. The TOSA will work with teachers assigned to classroom, non-classroom, and Court School environments across the district. They will consult with appropriate administrators regarding teachers' professional development needs, and work as a liaison between the administration and staff in the effort to promote continuous improvement within instructional practices. This position is included in the certificated bargaining unit and is subject to terms of the union agreement regarding membership.
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 including section AB2534 2) Resume 3) Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (signed and dated within the last 18 months) 4) Copy of BA/BS degree(s); any additional degree diploma(s) 5) Copy of your California credential (s) authorizing service in this area(s). Education: BA/BS Degree Credentials and/or Skills: Hold a valid CA Clear Teaching Credential with a valid EL authorization. Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV printout required. Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience working with students in an Alternative Education environment.
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.
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) dated and signed within the last 18 months.)
- 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 including section AB2534 2) Resume 3) Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (signed and dated within the last 18 months) 4) Copy of BA/BS degree(s); any additional degree diploma(s) 5) Copy of your California credential (s) authorizing service in this area(s). Education: BA/BS Degree Credentials and/or Skills: Hold a valid CA Clear Teaching Credential with a valid EL authorization. Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers. Valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV printout required. Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience working with students in an Alternative Education environment.
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.
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) dated and signed within the last 18 months.)
- 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
7/7/2025 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/11/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
66,823 - 122,930 Annually
66,823 - 122,930 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Based on 25-26 C3 Certificated Salary Schedule
Length of Work Year
7.5 hours per day/184 days per year
Employment Type
Full Time
Department/Program:
Educational Services/Student Programs
Location:
Itinerant/Merced County
Hours:
7:30 AM-3:30 PM
PC #:
3928