Literacy Education and Language Development Specialist

Job Summary

Under the supervision of an assigned coordinator, the Literacy Development and Language Education Specialist performs specialized duties to support the planning, implementation, and assessment of staff development. This role focuses on the areas of English Language Arts (ELA), literacy, and English Language Development (ELD) in alignment with State and Federal mandates, district/school needs, and the requirements of the California Educator Workforce Investment Grant (EWIG) and the Literacy Coaches and Reading Specialists Educator Training (LCRSET) Grant Program. The Specialist engages in a wide range of professional administrative tasks to ensure the successful execution of literacy and language initiatives. Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master’s degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provided official documentation is submitted.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to a bachelor' s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in literacy and language development, or related field and five (5) years of teaching experience, working with diverse communities, which includes at least one (1) year of experience facilitating professional development. Some administrative experience preferred. Licenses and Other Requirements - Valid California Administrative Services Credential* - Valid California Teaching Credential - Valid California driver's license *Applicants enrolled in an Administrative Services Credential Program may be considered.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Only attach the following materials to your application 
- Cover letter (signed) 
- Professional resume 
- Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor 
- Copies of official transcripts (Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree). Copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (officials must be provided upon hire) 
- Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date. 

While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by mail, fax or email to: 

Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. 
Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services 
Santa Clara County Office of Education 
1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264 San Jose, CA 95131 
Fax: (408) 453-6676 
Email: hr_recruitment@sccoe.org

• Administrative Services Credential (Applicants enrolled in an Administrative Services Credential Program may be considered.)