Vocational Developer

San Dieguito Union High School District; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Insurance benefits

CalPERS eligible

Sick leave

Job summary

San Dieguito Union High School District District Office in Encinitas, CA seeks a Vocational Developer to support district special education work programs, providing direct student support in classroom and workplace settings, and handling clerical, data entry and reporting tasks.

The role may serve multiple sites and support either the Transition Partnership Program (TPP) and/or the Workability I Program, depending on assignment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of experience working directly with students is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent. College level coursework or vocational training is preferred.
• Valid Class C California Driver's License and a record of driving history issued by the California DMV.
• A valid First Aid/CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students in classroom and workplace settings.
• Handle general clerical, data entry and reporting functions.
• Communicate with parents, staff and local business members to promote participation in work programs.
• Support multiple school sites and assist Transition Partnership Program (TPP) and/or Workability I as assigned.

Skills

Experience with students

Driver's license

First Aid/CPR certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

San Dieguito Union High School District District Office - Encinitas, California Open in Google Maps

Vocational Developer

San Dieguito Union High School District District Office - Encinitas, California Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in San Dieguito Union High School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5916544

Application Deadline: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 04, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

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$23.49 - $31.48 per hour

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits

CalPERS eligible

Job Summary

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, a Vocational Developer performs a broad range of duties in support of District special education work programs including: providing direct support to students in both classroom and workplace settings; general clerical, data entry and reporting functions; and varied communication with parents, staff and local business members to provide information and promote participation in student work programs. Incumbents may provide services to students at multiple school sites and may support either the Transition Partnership Program (TPP) and/or the Workability I Program depending upon assignment.

Requirements / Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of experience working directly with students is required. Experience must include vocational work within a community.
• High school diploma or equivalent. College level coursework or vocational training is preferred.
• Valid Class C California Driver's License and a record of driving history issued by the California DMV. The record of driving history must be issued by the DMV less than 30 days prior to applying for the position. The record must be submitted at the time of application. The record can be obtained at: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/records-request/online-driver-record-request/
• A valid First Aid/CPR certification is required.

Length of Work Year / Hours / Work Schedule

School Term (195 days) / 40 hours per week / 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location

District Office, 710 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, CA 92024

Comments and Other Information

SB 848 COMPLIANCE – EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026

Effective January 1, 2026, and in accordance with California Education Code Section 44051(a)(1), any applicant for a non-teaching position must disclose a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school and diagnostic center operated by the department of education, and private school that the applicant has previously been an employee of, including full-time, part-time, or substitute roles. Failure to provide this information may be considered an act of dishonesty and could affect hiring decisions.

Examination process: Completed applications are reviewed and candidates who meet the minimum qualifications participate in an examination process. Exam components may consist of performance test (weight: 30%), and a Qualifications Appraisal Interview (weight: 70%). The competitive basis for this recruitment is Open/Promotional - Dual Certification. Candidates who pass all exams are placed on an eligibility list in order of overall exam score. The list is used to fill current and future vacancies for six months. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the recruitment process for disabled persons. Advance notice is required. To request an accommodation in the examination process, please email [e-mail] . If you need assistance completing an application, please email [e-mail] . Veterans may be eligible for preference points on entrance examinations ("entrance" is defined as candidates who are not current employees of the District). A copy of your DD214 must be submitted at time of application. Employment with San Dieguito Union High School District is contingent upon successful completion of post-offer background check, fingerprinting, physical exam including tuberculosis, drug and alcohol screening, and an Oath of Allegiance. The probationary period for a new or promotional employee is six months or 130 days of paid service, whichever is longer. The San Dieguito Union High School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigration status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. SDUHSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. Any concerns regarding discrimination may be directed to Susan Gray, Director, Classified Personnel, [phone].

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $23.49 to $31.48 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Classified Personnel
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]