Social Science Teacher, Discovery Challenge Academy, 2026-27 School Year, County Operated School and Programs 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 Discover Challenge Academy: Discovery Challenge Academy is a partnership between the California National Guard and San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE). We are a free, life-changing 22-week residential program in which teens, ages 16-18, can earn 65 high school credits to complete their diploma, while developing life skills that will help them get back on track to a healthy and productive life. DCA Discovery offers a highly structured environment that promotes leadership, cooperation, and academic skills, while building self-esteem, pride, and confidence. It is also part of the National Guard Youth ChalleNGe program, the third in the state and the first in Northern California. Discovery ChalleNGe Academy serves several counties in Northern California, including Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Mariposa, Napa, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Siskiyou, and all other county in between. About the Role 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 and high schools and/or continuation schools. http://www.cbsnews.com/news/at-national-guard-program-a-last-second-chance/ This position is represented by the California Teachers Association (CTA)
Requirements / Qualifications
Successful candidate must possess a valid California Single Subject Social Science Teaching credential or have the ability to secure a California credential. Interns are accepted. IMPORTANT: 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.
If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in applying for this position, you must apply online and attach the following documents to complete your application: 1 formal letter of interest, 1 resume and 3 professional letters of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Please be sure to include all of these documents along with your completed and submitted application by the deadline date. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-9189.
- 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
Successful candidate must possess a valid California Single Subject Social Science Teaching credential or have the ability to secure a California credential. Interns are accepted. IMPORTANT: 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.
If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in applying for this position, you must apply online and attach the following documents to complete your application: 1 formal letter of interest, 1 resume and 3 professional letters of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Please be sure to include all of these documents along with your completed and submitted application by the deadline date. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-9189.
- 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
3/20/2026 11:45 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/26/2026
Contact
Daniela Padilla
209-468-9189
209-468-9189
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$71,121.00 - $138,241.00 Annually
$71,121.00 - $138,241.00 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Teacher Discovery Challenge Salary Schedule, Fringe Benefits, $2,100 Master's Degree Stipend
Length of Work Year
214 workdays, Monday - Friday
Employment Type
Full Time
HRA
HRA#84927
Location
National Guard-Discovery Challenge Academy - Sharpe Army Depot, Stockton
Department
County Operated Schools and Programs - Alternative Education
Start Date
Sunday, July 12, 2026