Teacher - Head Start (184-day) - Bilingual Spanish Preferred at Santa Clara County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor— Head Start Preschool Sites, teaches young children in a Head Start or State Preschool site which provides services to low income and/or single parent families.
Requirements / Qualifications
CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree; - Child Development Teacher Permit or higher; - Two (2) years teaching experience beyond permit requirements (working with children two (2) years nine (9) months to six (6) years of age) preferred; - Current CPR and First Aid certifications KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE - Knowledge of child development, early childhood education, teaching methods and techniques; - Ability to organize and direct classroom and outside activities; - Demonstrated ability to teach and supervise aides; - Ability to speak and write effectively; - Establishes and maintains harmonious relationship with children and parents.
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Letter of Introduction - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, within one year of application date, 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. 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. 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
CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree; - Child Development Teacher Permit or higher; - Two (2) years teaching experience beyond permit requirements (working with children two (2) years nine (9) months to six (6) years of age) preferred; - Current CPR and First Aid certifications KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE - Knowledge of child development, early childhood education, teaching methods and techniques; - Ability to organize and direct classroom and outside activities; - Demonstrated ability to teach and supervise aides; - Ability to speak and write effectively; - Establishes and maintains harmonious relationship with children and parents.
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Letter of Introduction - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, within one year of application date, 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. 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. 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
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
Application Deadline
9/29/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/15/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$51,067.36 - $91,155.44 Annually
$51,067.36 - $91,155.44 Annually
Length of Work Year
184-day/11 months
Employment Type
Full Time
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