Special Education Teacher-Preschool for the 2026-27 School Year

Requirements

/ Qualifications Education: -Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university; Masters Degree with an emphasis in special education preferred. Experience: -Three (3) years successful teaching experience working with a wide range of age groups and handicapping conditions is preferred. Credentials: -A valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential with the specialty areas of Early Childhood Special Education Specialty Area or a California Special Education Credential with the Early Childhood added authorization and an EL authorization are required.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A complete, signed and dated on-line edjoin application for the position shall include copies or proof of all of the items listed below. Applicants submitting incomplete applications will not be considered for employment. Applications must be submitted by the final filing date.

1. A completed signed and dated on-line Edjoin application
2. A letter describing personal qualifications and interest in the position
3. Three (3) letters of recommendation (dated within the past year)
4. A valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential with the Specialty areas of Early Childhood Special Education Specialty Area or a California Special Education Credential with the Early Childhood added authorization and an EL authorization are required.
5. A Resume Comments and Other Information Other Requirements: -Must be fingerprinted and a satisfactory Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation records checks must be received by the Sonoma County Office of Education, prior to employment. -Proof of TB test will be required upon employment. -Must pass a pre-employment physical prior to employment. Under some circumstances, further testing may be required to determine if an applicant is able to perform the essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. -May be required to obtain first aid and CPR certificates within the first 6-12 months of employment. -May be required to drive with or without students; some positions may require a current California driver license, proof of insurance, and possible participation in the DMV Pull Notice Program once employed. -A mandatory employment disclose by all former employers for the AB2534 must be completed prior to employment.