Central Office Resource Teacher assigned to Early Learning Department

San Diego Unified School District; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego Unified School District is seeking a Central Office Resource Teacher assigned to the Early Learning Department in San Diego, CA. This is an 11-month, 1.0 FTE position focused on CSPP classrooms, staff coaching, and program compliance.

The role provides instructional and administrative support, mentors preschool staff, and collaborates with district teams to improve outcomes for young children and families.

Starting date is immediate; salary ranges from $70,655.52 to $149,547.84 per year.

Qualifications

• Valid California ECE Permit or Child Development Credential is required.
• Multiple Subject Credential or PK3 Credential by closing date.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional, programmatic, and compliance support to CSPP classrooms and staff.
• Plan and facilitate professional learning for preschool staff, including curriculum implementation and DRDP.
• Mentor new preschool staff and support family engagement initiatives.
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring, and participate in department and district meetings.

Education

Valid California ECE Permit or Child Development Credential

Multiple Subject Credential or PK3 Credential

Job description

Central Office Resource Teacher assigned to Early Learning Department

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Job Details

Job ID: 5940483

Application Deadline: Oct 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Oct 01, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The San Diego Unified School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Central Office Resource Teacher. This opportunity is open to all interested candidates.

OVERVIEW:

San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for professionals who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities in which they serve.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.

POSITION SPECIFICS:

• Working Location: Early Learning Department . 4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103
• 11- Month Position, 1.0 FTE
• Experience in the following is preferred,but not required:
  • Working in a California State Preschool Program (CSPP) as a teacher, site administrator, or program administrator.
  • Understanding of CSPP requirements, California Department of Education regulations, Community Care Licensing requirements, and developmentally appropriate practices for preschool-aged children.
  • Coaching, mentoring, and professional development to teachers and support staff. Experience facilitating adult learning, supporting curriculum implementation, and guiding staff in the use of child assessment tools, such as the DRDP, is highly desirable.
  • Planning and implementing family engagement activities and events; supporting inclusive early learning environments; monitoring program quality and compliance; analyzing program and assessment data; and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes for young children and families.
  • Working in a preschool or early childhood education setting, including experience in program implementation, staff support, and family engagement.
• This application requires you to respond to position-specific questions in your submitted online application. These questions are identified below in the APPLICATION INFORMATION section.

Examples of Duties:

The Central Office Resource Teacher assigned to support the Early Learning Department is responsible for providing instructional, programmatic, and compliance support to California State Preschool Program (CSPP) classrooms and staff. This position serves as a resource to teachers, site administrators, and support staff to ensure high-quality implementation of preschool programs aligned with state requirements and district expectations.

The incumbent will expected to:

• Support compliance with California Department of Education and Community Care Licensing regulations by monitoring program quality, assisting with health, safety, and licensing requirements, and providing guidance related to enrollment, documentation, and other program requirements.
• Plans and facilitate professional learning for preschool staff, including training and coaching related to curriculum implementation, the Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP), child development, classroom environments, family engagement, inclusion practices, health and safety, and other early childhood education topics.
• Conduct classroom visits to provide instructional coaching and support related to curriculum implementation, child development, classroom environments, and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Assist teachers and administrators with implementation of the Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP), curriculum, assessment practices, family engagement strategies, and inclusion of children with diverse learning needs.
• Provide guidance and technical assistance regarding California Department of Education (CDE) requirements, Community Care Licensing regulations, health and safety practices, program documentation, and CSPP compliance requirements.
• Monitor program implementation and reviewing classroom, child, and program records to ensure compliance with state and district requirements.
• Develop and facilitating professional learning opportunities for preschool staff on topics such as curriculum, DRDP, CLASS, health and safety, licensing requirements, inclusion practices, social-emotional development, and other early childhood education topics.
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring new preschool staff.
• Support program quality improvement efforts through data collection, classroom observations, coaching cycles, and follow-up support.
• Participate in department meetings, site meetings, professional learning communities, and district committees as assigned.
• Assist with state reviews, audits, licensing visits, and annual reporting requirements.
• Support implementation of district initiatives and strategic priorities related to early learning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licenses and Other Requirements:

Valid California ECE Permit or Child Development Credential and Multiple Subject Credential or PK3 Credential by the closing date of the application deadline.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $70,655.52 to $149,547.84 Per Year

Job Categories:

Other Professional > Other Certified Professional

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]

Additional Information

For more information about equity in employment, contact:

Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer Eric Rico: [phone], [e-mail] / Title IX Coordinator Anna Ward: [phone], [e-mail] / 504 Coordinator Eri Nall: [phone], [e-mail]

San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.