Early Childhood Specialist - Early Childhood Education (Certificated Position #1768) at Placer County Office of Education
About the Employer
Welcome to Placer County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining our PCOE family! We offer an incredible range of job opportunities, supporting programs and services to support the 16 school districts located throughout Placer County, in addition to the programs we run through our office. The vision of the Placer County Superintendent of Schools and the Placer County Board of Education is to provide exemplary leadership and service to schools, students, parents and the community as we work together to provide a globally competitive, comprehensive, rigorous and relevant education to all students (including Special Education and At-Risk). Placer County Office of Education is an educational leader and a valuable and respected resource in fiscal practices, educational programs, and student services. We achieve this by developing and implementing innovative educational and administrative programs to advance regional priorities, and we foster collaborative partnerships among educational agencies and community-based organizations to promote a prosperous region. We are seeking talented individuals (both Classified and Certificated staff) that want to join a team that works hard, has opportunities for career growth, and believes in providing a workplace and a cause that people are proud to be a part of. Placer County is also an excellent choice to live, and was recently ranked #1 in quality of life in California. Check out our Facebook and Twitter pages to learn more about us! #wearepcoe We are #goldineducation
Requirements / Qualifications
*** The ECE Specialist position will focus on providing art instruction across PCOE’s California State Preschool Programs (CSPP) through Proposition 28 funding. Responsibilities will include creating and implementing developmentally appropriate art curriculum designed to support preschool children’s creativity, exploration, and learning at all CSPP sites. The specialist will be based at PCOE headquarters in Rocklin. However, the majority of instructional activities and curriculum implementation will take place directly in CSPP classrooms. The specialist will collaborate closely with the CSPP Program Manager and Site Supervisors to coordinate curriculum, support instruction, and integrate meaningful art experiences into the preschool learning environment. This specialist will serve all classrooms in our CSPP programs.*** Internal Applicants: Although an Edjoin application is the only requirement for internal applicants: it is recommended that you include all items listed to allow all panel members a complete view of your qualifications and background. External Applicants: * A Bachelor's degree in child development or related field required. * A Master Teacher permit issued be the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC is required. * A Site Supervisor Permit or higher issued by the CTC is preferred. * Must currently have or must obtain Pediatric CPR/First Aid/Health and Safety Training certification within 90 days of employment. * If hired, must provide proof of a valid California driver’s license. Required Documents:
- Copy of Transcript (Proof of Bachelor's degree in Child Development or related field )
- Credential Copy (A Master Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) is required. A Site Supervisor Permit or higher issued by the CTC is preferred.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two Letters of Recommendation are required-each letter must be signed and dated)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
*** The ECE Specialist position will focus on providing art instruction across PCOE’s California State Preschool Programs (CSPP) through Proposition 28 funding. Responsibilities will include creating and implementing developmentally appropriate art curriculum designed to support preschool children’s creativity, exploration, and learning at all CSPP sites. The specialist will be based at PCOE headquarters in Rocklin. However, the majority of instructional activities and curriculum implementation will take place directly in CSPP classrooms. The specialist will collaborate closely with the CSPP Program Manager and Site Supervisors to coordinate curriculum, support instruction, and integrate meaningful art experiences into the preschool learning environment. This specialist will serve all classrooms in our CSPP programs.*** Internal Applicants: Although an Edjoin application is the only requirement for internal applicants: it is recommended that you include all items listed to allow all panel members a complete view of your qualifications and background. External Applicants: * A Bachelor's degree in child development or related field required. * A Master Teacher permit issued be the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC is required. * A Site Supervisor Permit or higher issued by the CTC is preferred. * Must currently have or must obtain Pediatric CPR/First Aid/Health and Safety Training certification within 90 days of employment. * If hired, must provide proof of a valid California driver’s license. Required Documents:
- Copy of Transcript (Proof of Bachelor's degree in Child Development or related field )
- Credential Copy (A Master Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) is required. A Site Supervisor Permit or higher issued by the CTC is preferred.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two Letters of Recommendation are required-each letter must be signed and dated)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
The County Board and County Superintendent are committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. County Office programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; 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. For inquires/complaints, contact our Title IX Coordinator, Executive Director of Human Resources, Brian Swank at 1400 W Stanford Ranch Rd. Rocklin, CA 95765 (530) 889-5952 or by email at bswank@placercoe.org.
Placer County Office of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Comments and Other Information
The County Board and County Superintendent are committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. County Office programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; 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. For inquires/complaints, contact our Title IX Coordinator, Executive Director of Human Resources, Brian Swank at 1400 W Stanford Ranch Rd. Rocklin, CA 95765 (530) 889-5952 or by email at bswank@placercoe.org.
Placer County Office of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Application Deadline
10/28/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/15/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$32,472 - $39,469.50 Annually
$32,472 - $39,469.50 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Annual Stipends Prorated by FTE: Doctorate - $2,000, MA/MA - $1,500, BA/BS - $550, Bilingual - $500. Full Benefits.
Length of Work Year
4 hours/day, 180 days
Employment Type
Temporary
Department
Early Childhood Education
Location
1400 W. Stanford Ranch, Rocklin
Supervisor
Daniel Mendoza - Program Manager, Early Educator Teacher Development
Contract
Temporary Non-tenured Track Position