Extensive Support Needs Special Education Teacher (Moderate/Severe) Pool, 2026-27 School Year, $5,000 Annual Stipend at San Joaquin County Office of Education
About the Employer
Educate, Innovate and Inspire! San Joaquin County Office of Education located in Stockton, CA is a regional agency that provides educational leadership, resources, and customized services to assist school districts. San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employs over 2,100 classified and certificated employees. SJCOE promotes student achievement and accountability, serves San Joaquin County’s most at-risk students, and strives to create an environment in which every student, regardless of circumstances, has an opportunity for a quality education.
Job Summary
Job Summary
ABOUT SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS: Special Education Programs serves students with disabilities not otherwise served in the school districts that make up the San Joaquin SELPA, primarily for students with extensive support needs. Our programs serve students diagnosed with autism, visual impairment and deaf and hard of hearing, intellectual disability, multiple disabilities, and students with emotional disability. The department supports every child's right to an education designed to meet individual needs. It is essential to provide experiences that will enable the individual to: - Develop ultimate functioning level - Learn in an environment that facilitates comfort, security and is not limited by physical barriers, and - Utilize those critical skills and attitudes necessary to adapt and function in everyday life. All children are active learners and have potential for growth. It is our goal to protect and nurture personal dignity, ensure health and safety, and promote understanding of the child. ABOUT THE ROLE: Under supervision of Special Education Program Administrator, will provide quality education to students with extensive support needs, ages 18 months to 22 years, through a commitment to team participation in planning and implementation of student programs; a functional, and/or community-based curriculum; communication and social skill development; interagency cooperation, and a strong parent-teacher-student linkage. Facilitate opportunities to develop and experiment with adaptive technology, vocational education, and integration with neurotypical populations. Does related work as required. Note: This list of essential functions and physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in accordance with the requirements of the job. The San Joaquin County Office of Education adheres to the provisions of ADA regarding reasonable accommodation procedures.
Requirements / Qualifications
INTEREST FORM: To learn more about the role prior to applying, please copy the following link into your search browser and complete the form: https://form.jotform.com/253564198164162. REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY: Successful candidate must possess a valid California Extensive Support Needs (Moderate/Severe) teaching credential or have the ability to secure a California credential. Interns are accepted. This position is represented by the California Teachers Association (CTA). IMPORTANT - Please Read: If you do not hold the required credential/permit for this position, we will need to review ALL transcripts necessary for qualification. Please note that four-year transcripts typically only include the total unit count and do not provide details of individual courses with grades. ALL unofficial transcripts must be attached to application to determine eligibility.
Please be advised that your application will be considered incomplete if a formal letter of introduction, resume, three letters of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year) and copy of transcripts are not attached to your on-line application. If you need assistance attaching your documents please call us at (209) 468-9281.
- Copy of Transcript (Copy of Transcript (Copy of ALL College Transcript(s) - do not attach diploma(s)))
- Credential Copy (attach credential/permit if you hold a valid document)
- Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Professional Letters of Recommendation)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
INTEREST FORM: To learn more about the role prior to applying, please copy the following link into your search browser and complete the form: https://form.jotform.com/253564198164162. REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY: Successful candidate must possess a valid California Extensive Support Needs (Moderate/Severe) teaching credential or have the ability to secure a California credential. Interns are accepted. This position is represented by the California Teachers Association (CTA). IMPORTANT - Please Read: If you do not hold the required credential/permit for this position, we will need to review ALL transcripts necessary for qualification. Please note that four-year transcripts typically only include the total unit count and do not provide details of individual courses with grades. ALL unofficial transcripts must be attached to application to determine eligibility.
Please be advised that your application will be considered incomplete if a formal letter of introduction, resume, three letters of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year) and copy of transcripts are not attached to your on-line application. If you need assistance attaching your documents please call us at (209) 468-9281.
- Copy of Transcript (Copy of Transcript (Copy of ALL College Transcript(s) - do not attach diploma(s)))
- Credential Copy (attach credential/permit if you hold a valid document)
- Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Professional Letters of Recommendation)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Nondiscrimination in Employment & Sexual Harassment
The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at any SJCOE site and/or activity.
The Superintendent prohibits sexual harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator/Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment listed below for information on Nondiscrimination in Employment/Harassment (including Sexual harassment).
Name: HR Title IX Investigations
E-mail: HRTitleIXinvestigations@sjcoe.net
School District: San Joaquin County Office of Education
Telephone: 209-468-4820
Comments and Other Information
Nondiscrimination in Employment & Sexual Harassment
The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at any SJCOE site and/or activity.
The Superintendent prohibits sexual harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator/Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment listed below for information on Nondiscrimination in Employment/Harassment (including Sexual harassment).
Name: HR Title IX Investigations
E-mail: HRTitleIXinvestigations@sjcoe.net
School District: San Joaquin County Office of Education
Telephone: 209-468-4820
Application Deadline
3/27/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/18/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Pay Range
$60,820 - $118,214 Annually
$60,820 - $118,214 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Fringe Benefits, $2,100 Master's Degree Stipend, $5,000 Special Education Annual Stipend
Length of Work Year
183 Workdays, Full Time, Monday - Friday
Employment Type
Full Time
Interest Form
form.jotform.com/253564198164162
Location
Site to be determined
Department
Special Education
Start Date
2026/2027 school year
ANNUAL STIPEND
An additional $5,000 Stipend shall be granted for certificated employees assigned to the Special Education Department