Project Specialist, P-3 Early Learning at San Mateo County Office Of Education Share on X      Print Application Deadline

8/22/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted 8/5/2025 Contact Michael Pappas
(650) 802-5382 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range
$10,788 - $13,490 Monthly Length of Work Year 12 Months; Mon-Fri; 8 Hrs/Day Employment Type Full Time About the Employer

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.

Job Summary Job Summary

Under the direction of the Coordinator of Early Learning Quality Improvement Initiatives, support school districts and Big Lift preschool programs across San Mateo County to shift preschool to third grade (P-3) early language and literacy instruction to align with the science of reading and structured literacy; convene Big Lift education staff, leadership, and preschool partners to address the multiple organizational levers impacting early literacy instruction; provide P-3 early literacy assessment training and logistical supports to preschool and TK-3 schools/districts partners; provide master coaching and training in science of reading aligned literacy instruction to select districts and preschool programs; design and conduct professional learning communities and serve as an internal preschool to third grade early literacy content expert. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide direct professional development and coaching as well as master professional development and coaching (coaching of coaches), to preschool to third grade teachers, coaches, specialists and administrators on early literacy instruction, literacy instructional leadership, early literacy assessment, response to intervention/MTSS, with a focus on science of reading aligned frameworks, strategies and methods. Assist in convening select district and preschool program literacy leads to align vision, strategies, and implementation related to early literacy instruction and practice. Research, prepare, and/or adapt change models and implementation tools needed to achieve systemic change in preschool to third grade aligned with the science of reading. SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR COMPLETE LIST OF JOB DUTIES.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in early learning and child development, early elementary, education, human services or a related field; and EXPERIENCE: Three years of directly related experience in early literacy and/or PreK-3 teaching, training, programming, and project management; and one year of coach and trainer experience or similar roles (preferred) LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A CTC Child Development Program Directors Permit and/or Teaching Credential (optional) Note: This position is both STRS and PERS eligible

WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Office environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard Seeing to read a variety of materials Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.

Requirements / Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in early learning and child development, early elementary, education, human services or a related field; and EXPERIENCE: Three years of directly related experience in early literacy and/or PreK-3 teaching, training, programming, and project management; and one year of coach and trainer experience or similar roles (preferred) LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A CTC Child Development Program Directors Permit and/or Teaching Credential (optional) Note: This position is both STRS and PERS eligible

WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Office environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard Seeing to read a variety of materials Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.

Comments and Other Information EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this classification may consist of: 1. A supplemental review (Tentative Date: August 29, 2025); and 2. An oral board examination conducted virtually (Tentative Date: September 8, 2025). BENEFITS: Total Compensation Package: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,300.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS: Accrue 102 hours of sick leave 15 paid holidays 15 paid vacation days CALPERS Employer Contribution Work remotely one (1) day every week (applicable after initial 6 months pending supervisor approval) Flexible work schedule depending on position Commuter Benefit *Floating Holiday, Personal Leave, Executive Leave, and Personal Business vary depending on the position, collective bargaining agreement, and/or other regulations. PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) IN YOUR APPLICATION: • Resume (Required Document - Please Attach to Application) Comments and Other Information
EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this classification may consist of: 1. A supplemental review (Tentative Date: August 29, 2025); and 2. An oral board examination conducted virtually (Tentative Date: September 8, 2025). BENEFITS: Total Compensation Package: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,300.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS: Accrue 102 hours of sick leave 15 paid holidays 15 paid vacation days CALPERS Employer Contribution Work remotely one (1) day every week (applicable after initial 6 months pending supervisor approval) Flexible work schedule depending on position Commuter Benefit *Floating Holiday, Personal Leave, Executive Leave, and Personal Business vary depending on the position, collective bargaining agreement, and/or other regulations. PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) IN YOUR APPLICATION: • Resume (Required Document - Please Attach to Application) CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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