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Teacher – Alternative Education – Community Schools at Santa Clara County Office Of Education

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted
6/20/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$81,490.65 - $152,166.20 Annually
Length of Work Year
185 Days/11 months
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Director/Principal – Alternative Education, works for 185-days at single or multiple sites, using specialized techniques; provides instruction in identified social and academic areas which meet individual and group needs of students who have been unable to succeed in established elementary, middle and high schools and/or continuation schools. This may be in a variety of educational settings which may include, independent study, community schools, or other Alternative Education programs.

Requirements / Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION & LICENSES - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university - Valid California Single Subject or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential authorizing teaching in the subject area - A special fitness to perform per Education Code § 44865

***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) Please note: at this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.

The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date.

While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.

Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services
Santa Clara County Office of Education
1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264
San Jose, CA 95131
Fax: (408) 453-6676
Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org

Requirements / Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION & LICENSES - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university - Valid California Single Subject or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential authorizing teaching in the subject area - A special fitness to perform per Education Code § 44865

***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) Please note: at this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.

The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date.

While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.

Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services
Santa Clara County Office of Education
1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264
San Jose, CA 95131
Fax: (408) 453-6676
Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org

Comments and Other Information

HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS: The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits. Non-Discrimination Statement The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. Please direct concerns to: Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, CA 95131-2304 kgill@sccoe.org (408) 453-6841

Comments and Other Information


HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS: The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits. Non-Discrimination Statement The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. Please direct concerns to: Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, CA 95131-2304 kgill@sccoe.org (408) 453-6841