Substitute Teacher (Contra Costa County) 2025-2026 School Year at Contra Costa County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE) is a unique public education agency. One of 58 counties in California, Contra Costa County serves the 11th largest public-school student population in the state, supporting approximately 169,394 students. Officially established in 1932, CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of the county’s most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE also provides support services to schools and school districts throughout Contra Costa County, services that can be handled more effectively and economically on a regional basis rather than by each of the county’s 286 schools or 18 school districts. These services range from budget approval and fiscal support to technology infrastructure and communications support. In addition, CCCOE provides high-level professional development opportunities for educators throughout the county. The Contra Costa County Office of Education is an essential part of the county’s public education system. For more information about CCCOE programs and services, visit www.cocoschools.org.
Job Summary
Job Summary
There is a continuous need for qualified individuals to work as Substitute Teachers in the educational programs offered by the Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE). The CCCOE has many programs we offer to a diverse group of students. Please take a close look at the job description below for a detailed overview of the many programs offered. Upon orientation you will be given the opportunity to select which sites you are most interested in substituting for. IT IS NOT MANDATORY TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Requirements / Qualifications
In order to be a Certificated Substitute Teacher , you must posses or be eligible to qualify for a valid California Credential or an Emergency Permit. Qualifications for the above documents include: * BA degree All applications must be submitted online via Edjoin, Applicants will also be required to be Live scan fingerprinted for the CCCOE (the CCCOE will cover the Live scan cost for the CCCOE live scan, applicant will be responsible for the CTC live scan fee) and provide a current TB test in order to complete the hiring process and entering a classroom. The applicant will also be responsible for the 30-Day Substitute Permit fee.
- Letter of Introduction
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
In order to be a Certificated Substitute Teacher , you must posses or be eligible to qualify for a valid California Credential or an Emergency Permit. Qualifications for the above documents include: * BA degree All applications must be submitted online via Edjoin, Applicants will also be required to be Live scan fingerprinted for the CCCOE (the CCCOE will cover the Live scan cost for the CCCOE live scan, applicant will be responsible for the CTC live scan fee) and provide a current TB test in order to complete the hiring process and entering a classroom. The applicant will also be responsible for the 30-Day Substitute Permit fee.
- Letter of Introduction
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Court Schools: Mt. McKinley School provides educational services to students across the county. The school has one site in Martinez. The Martinez site is within Juvenile Hall in Martinez. Mt. McKinley School serves students who are either incarcerated or in some phase of the judicial process. Students come from the 18 school districts within Contra Costa County.
Community Schools: The Golden Gate Community School programs provide successful learning experiences for all students in an alternative education environment. The school's main purpose is to prepare the students to return to their home districts.
The Substitute Teacher in this position will work with both Middle and High School aged students.
The Contra Costa Adult School (CCAS) offers educational opportunities to incarcerated adults through a partnership between the Contra Costa County Office of Education and the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff. The Contra Costa County Office of Education operates Adult Education Programs at the West County Detention Facility in Richmond, CA, the Martinez Detention Facility in Martinez, CA and the Marsh Creek Detention Facility in Clayton, CA.
Special Education Programs are located at Diablo Vista (Antioch), Marchus School (Concord), Heritage High School (Brentwood), Krey Elementary School (Brentwood), Liberty High School (Brentwood), Mauzy School (Alamo), O’Hara Park Middle School (Oakley) and Turner Elementary School (Antioch).
The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387.
Comments and Other Information
Court Schools: Mt. McKinley School provides educational services to students across the county. The school has one site in Martinez. The Martinez site is within Juvenile Hall in Martinez. Mt. McKinley School serves students who are either incarcerated or in some phase of the judicial process. Students come from the 18 school districts within Contra Costa County.
Community Schools: The Golden Gate Community School programs provide successful learning experiences for all students in an alternative education environment. The school's main purpose is to prepare the students to return to their home districts.
The Substitute Teacher in this position will work with both Middle and High School aged students.
The Contra Costa Adult School (CCAS) offers educational opportunities to incarcerated adults through a partnership between the Contra Costa County Office of Education and the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff. The Contra Costa County Office of Education operates Adult Education Programs at the West County Detention Facility in Richmond, CA, the Martinez Detention Facility in Martinez, CA and the Marsh Creek Detention Facility in Clayton, CA.
Special Education Programs are located at Diablo Vista (Antioch), Marchus School (Concord), Heritage High School (Brentwood), Krey Elementary School (Brentwood), Liberty High School (Brentwood), Mauzy School (Alamo), O’Hara Park Middle School (Oakley) and Turner Elementary School (Antioch).
The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387.
Application Deadline
7/29/2025 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
5/22/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
5
Salary
Single Rate
230 Daily
230 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Special Education/Court & Community Programs: $230 per day/$260 per day retired teacher. Adult Education: $35.38/per hour.
Length of Work Year
On-call, as needed, when regular staff members are absent or to fill temporary vacancies.
Employment Type
Part Time
Location
Classrooms and facilities throughout Contra Costa County.
Schedule/Hours
Approximately 3 to 6.5 hours per day depending on the program needs