Director III - Early Learning Services (Bilingual/Biliterate Preferred) at Santa Clara County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, plans, organizes, controls and directs the operation, management and administration of the Early Learning Services programs which includes Head Start/Early Head Start and State Preschool Programs; develops, monitors, implements and evaluates program policies and procedures; develops, administers and monitors program budgets; assures that Head Start/Early Head Start and State Preschool Programs comply with and implements State, local and federal regulations; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel. Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master’s degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provided official documentation is submitted.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Master’s degree in child development or related field and five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in the administration of a Head Start/Early Head Start or related child development program. Licenses and Other Requirements - Valid California Child Development Director’s permit or Valid Administrative Credential - Valid California driver's license PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bilingual / Biliterate Preferred
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO SUBMIT COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Please only attach the following materials to your application - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, dated within one year of the application date, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts (Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree). Copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (officials must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) - Valid CA Driver's License PLEASE NOTE: -Candidates seeking employment with SCCOE may not proceed with the onboarding process until they provide written confirmation that they have been formally released from their contract. -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. Santa Clara County Office of Education Human Resources 1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264 San Jose, CA 95131 Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Master’s degree in child development or related field and five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in the administration of a Head Start/Early Head Start or related child development program. Licenses and Other Requirements - Valid California Child Development Director’s permit or Valid Administrative Credential - Valid California driver's license PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bilingual / Biliterate Preferred
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO SUBMIT COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Please only attach the following materials to your application - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, dated within one year of the application date, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts (Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree). Copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (officials must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) - Valid CA Driver's License PLEASE NOTE: -Candidates seeking employment with SCCOE may not proceed with the onboarding process until they provide written confirmation that they have been formally released from their contract. -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. Santa Clara County Office of Education Human Resources 1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264 San Jose, CA 95131 Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
Comments and Other Information
INTERVIEW TIMELINE
-The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a first panel interview, tentatively scheduled between March 16-19, 2026.
-Those who pass the first panel interview will be invited to participate in second panel interview, tentatively scheduled between March 23-27, 2026, during the morning.
-Candidates selected from the second panel interview will be invited to a final interview with the Superintendent, tentatively scheduled for the afternoon of the same day as the second interview, between March 23–27, 2026.
-Invitations for each stage of the interview process will be sent via email to the address provided in the candidate’s Edjoin application. Candidates are encouraged to check their email daily to ensure timely response.
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 and Well-Being 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 Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Comments and Other Information
INTERVIEW TIMELINE
-The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a first panel interview, tentatively scheduled between March 16-19, 2026.
-Those who pass the first panel interview will be invited to participate in second panel interview, tentatively scheduled between March 23-27, 2026, during the morning.
-Candidates selected from the second panel interview will be invited to a final interview with the Superintendent, tentatively scheduled for the afternoon of the same day as the second interview, between March 23–27, 2026.
-Invitations for each stage of the interview process will be sent via email to the address provided in the candidate’s Edjoin application. Candidates are encouraged to check their email daily to ensure timely response.
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 and Well-Being 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 Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Application Deadline
3/3/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/17/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
166,363.44 - 212,325.00 Annually
166,363.44 - 212,325.00 Annually
Length of Work Year
12 Months / 261 Days
Employment Type
Full Time