Special Day Class Teacher, Robert Bruce Preschool (Santa Maria, CA)

Santa Barbara County Education Office; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MA Stipend $2,000

Doctorate Stipend $3,000

Professional Development

CalSTRS Retirement

Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Santa Barbara County Education Office is seeking a Special Day Class Teacher for Robert Bruce Preschool in Santa Maria, CA. This full-time 1.0 FTE position (186 days, 10 months) includes assessment, instruction, and evaluation of students in Special Education, with collaboration with families.

Candidates must hold a CA Special Education Credential in Early Childhood or be willing to pursue certification.

Qualifications

• Valid CA Special Education Credential in Early Childhood required or willingness to pursue appropriate certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, instruct, and evaluate Special Education students.
• Consult with parents and collaborate with families and staff.

Education

CA Special Education Credential (Early Childhood)

Job description

Special Day Class Teacher, Robert Bruce Preschool (Santa Maria, CA) at Santa Barbara County Education Office

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Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

9/17/2026

Contact

Erin Kerrutt-Dent 805-964-4711 5353

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range $73,414 - $144,021 Annually

Add'l Salary Info

Eligible employees may also receive a $2,000 stipend for a MA degree or a $3,000 stipend for a Doctorate.

Length of Work Year

1.0 FTE, 186 days, 10 months

Employment Type

Full Time

Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits

Location

Santa Maria, CA

Position Number

386

About the Employer

The Santa Barbara County Education Office provides services and leadership to 20 public school districts and 10 charter schools. SBCEO offers programs and services in support of nearly 70,000 children throughout Santa Barbara County - from Santa Barbara to Santa Ynez, Lompoc, Orcutt, and Santa Maria.

Job Summary

To act as a Special Day Class Teacher for the Santa Barbara County Education Office Special Education Program. Responsibilities include assessment, instruction and evaluation of Special Education students, and consultation with parents.

Requirements / Qualifications

Valid CA Special Education Credential in Early Childhood required or willingness to pursue appropriate certification. Vacancy for the 2026-2027 School Year at Robert Bruce Preschool and is available beginning 10/12/2026.

Comments and Other Information

• $2,000 MA Stipend (based on full-time equivalency)
• Professional Development
• CalSTRS Retirement
• Student Loan Forgiveness: The Santa Barbara County Education Office is currently an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation

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