Together We Grow Family Specialist at El Dorado County Office of Education
About the Employer
At our core, EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences, while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost-effective centralized services in order to meet regulatory and educational standards in a safe, successful, educational environment for all of our children. Students, parents, educators and the community are invited to learn more about our services, programs, opportunities and innovations offered and available to prepare students for future success.
Requirements / Qualifications
Under the supervision of the Director of Early Learning and Family Support or designee, the Together We Grow Family Specialist works with parents, guardians, families and community agencies to support practices and approaches which meet the developmental needs of children. This position is funded through grants from the California Department of Education and First 5 El Dorado. Qualifications: A combination of formal education and work experience at a level to demonstrate the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described. An Associate of Arts or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field is preferred. Knowledge of child development, family interaction and community resources desired. Experience in leading playgroups, early childhood education, navigation, and knowledge of local resources in El Dorado County. Knowledge of child development and community resources is strongly desired. Strong communication and problem solving skills.
Please submit the following along with a completed application:
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Current Letters - Within the last two years)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Under the supervision of the Director of Early Learning and Family Support or designee, the Together We Grow Family Specialist works with parents, guardians, families and community agencies to support practices and approaches which meet the developmental needs of children. This position is funded through grants from the California Department of Education and First 5 El Dorado. Qualifications: A combination of formal education and work experience at a level to demonstrate the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described. An Associate of Arts or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field is preferred. Knowledge of child development, family interaction and community resources desired. Experience in leading playgroups, early childhood education, navigation, and knowledge of local resources in El Dorado County. Knowledge of child development and community resources is strongly desired. Strong communication and problem solving skills.
Please submit the following along with a completed application:
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Current Letters - Within the last two years)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to assist in completing your application, please contact Darci Vance, Personnel Technician, at dvance@edcoe.org or 530-295-2258.
The County Board of Education and Superintendent are committed to providing El Dorado County Office of Education employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with law. This policy shall apply to all EDCOE employees and, to the extent required by law, to interns, volunteers, and job applicants.
No employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee’s actual or perceived race, color, age, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, marital, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation; or the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator:
Matt Murphy, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
6767 Green Valley Road
Placerville, California 95667
(530) 295-2258
Comments and Other Information
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to assist in completing your application, please contact Darci Vance, Personnel Technician, at dvance@edcoe.org or 530-295-2258.
The County Board of Education and Superintendent are committed to providing El Dorado County Office of Education employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with law. This policy shall apply to all EDCOE employees and, to the extent required by law, to interns, volunteers, and job applicants.
No employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee’s actual or perceived race, color, age, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, marital, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation; or the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator:
Matt Murphy, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
6767 Green Valley Road
Placerville, California 95667
(530) 295-2258
Application Deadline
11/20/2025 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/28/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$4,691.04 - $6,105.66 Monthly
$4,691.04 - $6,105.66 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Initial pay is on step one of the range. EDCOE pays $600/month toward medical (prorated for less than full-time); no cost dental, life insurance, EAP, long term disability; $4.64/month vision; CalPERS retirement.
Length of Work Year
8 Hours per day, 5 Days per week, 12 Months per year
Employment Type
Full Time
*Salary Note
Bilingual and/or Biliterate positions will receive a 5% differential
Mandatory Testing Date
Multiple choice test link will be sent after application deadline and is due by 10:00 p.m. Saturday, November 22, 2025. Those who pass will attend in-person practicum testing over Zoom at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
Qualifying Appraisal Interview (QAI) Date
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Selection Interview Date
9:00am - 1:00pm Friday, December 1st, 2025