What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher, Special Day Class Counseling Enriched Program (For the 2026-2027 school year) position at Alameda County Office Of Education?
Teacher, Special Day Class Counseling Enriched Program (For the 2026-2027 school year) at Alameda County Office Of Education
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$82,451.31 - $157,038.42 Annually
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The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) leads with a student-centered vision, innovating in the classroom and building safe and supportive community schools. We collaborate and partner with local, county, and state agencies to address challenges students face. We are looking for individuals who can enact our vision: equipping the most vulnerable students and those who serve them with the tools to thrive. Join our team as we reimagine services to more holistically support students and erase the predetermination of failure for children, especially Alameda County’s most marginalized youth.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Special Day Class (SDC) Teacher in the Counseling Enriched Program provides specialized academic instruction and therapeutic classroom support to students with identified disabilities whose educational needs require a highly structured, therapeutic, and trauma-informed learning environment. The SDC Teacher serves students in counseling-enriched special education settings operated by the Whole Child Department and the SPA school program. This school is a new program, and staff will play an important role in helping build its foundation and shape its culture, systems, and practices. The program has strong support from the Superintendent as well as the committee that thoughtfully designed and developed the vision for this initiative. Team members will have the unique opportunity to contribute to a collaborative effort focused on creating a high-quality program for students from the ground up. Student caseloads and service locations are subject to change based on enrollment and programmatic needs. The SDC Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing individualized instructional programs aligned with students’ IEPs, collaborating closely with mental health clinicians and multidisciplinary teams, and utilizing trauma-informed practices and de-escalation strategies to support students with significant emotional, behavioral, and social needs. Site location: TBD First screening: May 14, 2026 PLEASE READ JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS OF THE POSITION
Requirements / Qualifications
• Mild to Moderate Support Needs (MMSN) or Extensive Support Needs (ESN) Education Specialist Instruction Credential (required) • 5 years experience working with students • Valid CA Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability or alternate transportation of comparable time and cost
Required Documents: Letter of Introduction (Please address your specific competencies for the position) Resume with detailed employment background and education. One reference must be from a past or present supervisor. Credential Copy (Valid CLEAR California K-12 Teaching Credential.)
Requirements / Qualifications
• Mild to Moderate Support Needs (MMSN) or Extensive Support Needs (ESN) Education Specialist Instruction Credential (required) • 5 years experience working with students • Valid CA Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability or alternate transportation of comparable time and cost
Required Documents: Letter of Introduction (Please address your specific competencies for the position) Resume with detailed employment background and education. One reference must be from a past or present supervisor. Credential Copy (Valid CLEAR California K-12 Teaching Credential.)
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- 2. ACOE Schools Information
- 3. ACOE's Job Postings
- 4. Look Up Your CLEAR Teaching Credential History
- CalSTRS Info for New Educators
Salary : $82,451 - $157,038