About the Employer

The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County's most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE's vision is that "Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success." Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.

Job Summary

The Special Education Services Division is currently seeking Substitute Teachers for the 2023/2024 school year. This position provides instruction to special education students in functional, academic, language, and specialized subject areas related to the student's level of achievement. Our Substitute Teachers prepare instructional materials and equipment for use in the classroom, as well as accompany and monitor students on community-based outings or field trips. Substitute Teachers should have knowledge of Individual Specialized Health Care Plans, Individual Education Plans, instructional and behavioral techniques, and the devices used for Alternative Assistive Technology for students who require AT or AAC support.

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Requirements / Qualifications

Education and Experience: • Qualified applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and have met the basic skills requirement and have any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • Qualified applicants must hold a valid California teaching credential based on completion of a bachelor's degree and the basic skills requirement OR • Hold an Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit. The basic skills requirement can be met through one of the options listed on Basic Skills Requirement Form CL-667 on the Commission on Teacher Credentialing website www.ctc.ca.gov. Long-term assignments require a valid California teaching credential. There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Please elaborate on your experience/training in an educational setting with students participating in Special Education Programs.

Education and Experience: • Qualified applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and have met the basic skills requirement and have any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • Qualified applicants must hold a valid California teaching credential based on completion of a bachelor's degree and the basic skills requirement OR • Hold an Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit. The basic skills requirement can be met through one of the options listed on Basic Skills Requirement Form CL-667 on the Commission on Teacher Credentialing website www.ctc.ca.gov. Long-term assignments require a valid California teaching credential. There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Please elaborate on your experience/training in an educational setting with students participating in Special Education Programs.

Comments and Other Information

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application. Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual's identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability. We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position. AA/EOE/ADA

Comments and Other Information

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application. Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual's identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability. We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position. AA/EOE/ADA