State Preschool Associate Teacher

Thank you for your interest in the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE). SMCOE employees share a vision of equity and excellence in education for every student, educator, and school. Children and youth are at the heart of our work, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive workplace where staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. San Mateo County, located between the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay, is home to 23 school districts, serving 85,000 students, and a robust early learning community. We work closely with many partners to meet the needs of the whole child and create a supportive county that serves all learners ages 0-22. SMCOE and its staff have been recognized widely for their innovative and effective approaches to addressing challenging issues facing schools and students. SMCOE welcomes and embraces individuals from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, immigration statuses, and religions. At SMCOE, equity means providing every learner aged 0-22 with the education and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life, and every staff member with opportunities to grow and further deepen their impact. To achieve equity, SMCOE commits to: • Interrupt inequitable practices and replace them with equity-driven, transparent systems; • Improve outcomes for historically and currently underserved student groups, building on the assets, strengths and talents that they and their families possess; • Continue to educate ourselves so we are better able to confront and dismantle systemic inequities; and • Center voices of those that have been historically marginalized and underserved, engaging a broad range of educational and community partners, in decision-making, determining priorities, and planning. SMCOE is seeking employees who share our vision and commitment to excellence and equity in education for all students. If that sounds like you, please consider a career at SMCOE. If you would like to learn more about the organization and its programs, please visit our website: smcoe.org. • Associate Teacher Permit or higher (issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing). • Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.