Teacher Education Specialist (Early Childhood Program, Special Education)

Napa Valley Unified School District; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Education Specialist Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role emphasizes a collaborative and inclusive approach to early childhood education, focusing on developing essential skills in young learners. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in family-focused services and early childhood curriculum development. With a generous signing bonus and a supportive community, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and their families. Join a team committed to fostering resilience and confidence in every child.

Benefits

Signing bonus of $10,000

Family-oriented community

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with family-focused services and early childhood assessment.
• Ability to team teach and consult with preschool teachers.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans for preschool children and assess early childhood development.
• Collaborate with colleagues in community-based settings.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Family-focused services

Early childhood assessment

Lesson plan development

Team teaching

Education

Education Specialist Instruction Credential

Job description

About the Employer

Join our collaborative, inclusive environment that offers meaningful and rewarding work. Be part of our family-oriented community dedicated to preparing students for a successful future through rigorous and relevant learning experiences that develop literacy, career-ready skills, interests, resilience, compassion, and confidence. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of fingerprinting/background checks, TB verification, and I-9 employment eligibility verification.

Job Summary

This position is for the 2025-2026 school year. NVUSD offers a signing bonus of $10,000, paid at $2,500 annually over four years. To qualify, candidates must hold a fully credentialed Special Education credential.

Requirements / Qualifications

Napa Valley Unified School District seeks an Education Specialist Teacher (Early Childhood Program) for the 2025-2026 school year. Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) are preferred.

The ideal candidate will have experience with family-focused services, home visitation, early childhood assessment and curriculum, lesson plan development for preschool children, and the ability to team teach and consult with colleagues and preschool teachers in community-based settings. Candidates must be in good physical condition to sit on the floor with children, lift, assist with toileting, and use effective feeding techniques.

• Credential Copy
• Letter of Introduction
• Three recent Letters of Recommendation
• Resume

Required Credential: Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Early Childhood Special Education.

Comments and Other Information

The Napa Valley School District is committed to equal opportunity employment. Discrimination, harassment, or bullying based on any protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. For questions or complaints, contact our District Equity Officer and Title IX Coordinator: Dana Page, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources, 2425 Jefferson St., Napa, CA 94558, 707-253-3571, [e-mail].