A Vocational Education Instructor teaches technical or job related skills to students, and uses work-based experience to help students learn about and prepare for jobs in a particular occupation. Provides training for jobs in business, health care, auto repair, information technology, culinary arts, or other areas. Teaches in a public high school, a regional or college program, or at a private training program.
Castle Head Start, Atwater at Merced County Office of Education Print Application Deadline 9/13/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/31/2026 Contact Melissa Reyes 209-381-6619 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $200.32 - $260.96 Daily Add'l Salary Info Maximum entry is step 3 at $212.48 daily for Teacher I or step 3 $246.00 daily for Teacher II Length of Work Year 8 hours per day / 225 days per year Employment Type Full Time
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Castle Head Start, 2050 Academy Dr., Atwater, CA 95301
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employees will be considered first. About the Employer The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County's 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School. Job Summary Job Summary Under general supervision of a Site Supervisor or Master Teacher, teach an assigned group of students using developmentally appropriate practices; create an environment in which three through five year old children can experiment, make choices, solve problems and share their experiences with others. Plan and participate in parent education and parent involvement activities. Prepare and maintain accurate records. Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly physical environment. This position is included in the Head Start certificated bargaining unit and is subject to terms of the union agreement regarding membership, payment of like fee, or donation to recognized charity. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications
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Satisfactory results from pre-employment strength test required. Education and/or
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Associates Degree with 24 units in ECE/CD including core courses, plus 16 general education units.
Experience:
One year experience in an instructional capacity in an early care and education program. Credentials and/or
Skills:
Hold/qualify for a Child Development Teacher Permit or higher. Possess or obtain within 90 days of hire a Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificate. Knowledge of child growth and development and developmentally appropriate practice. Ability to plan, organize and supervise a preschool classroom; work effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Proof of valid CA driver's license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout required. Copy of Transcript (Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of units as per minimum requirements for this position) Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Satisfactory results from pre-employment strength test required. Education and/or
Training:
Associates Degree with 24 units in ECE/CD including core courses, plus 16 general education units.
Experience:
One year experience in an instructional capacity in an early care and education program. Credentials and/or
Skills:
Hold/qualify for a Child Development Teacher Permit or higher. Possess or obtain within 90 days of hire a Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificate. Knowledge of child growth and development and developmentally appropriate practice. Ability to plan, organize and supervise a preschool classroom; work effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Proof of valid CA driver's license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV Driver Record printout required. Copy of Transcript (Copy of Transcript (Please attach verification of units as per minimum requirements for this position) Comments and Other Information
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Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate's eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED
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) "As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities." Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT!
Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate's eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED
APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
) "As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities." Links Related To This Job MCOE Salary Schedules
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