SC/SVNTP Special Education Contract Mentor - Santa Cruz County

About the role

The Santa Cruz/Silicon Valley New Teacher Project (SC/SVNTP) is now accepting applications for contract mentors for the 2026-27 school year. These stipend employees mentor a small number of Induction teachers. We are interested in candidates at elementary and secondary levels.

Experience serving individuals, including adolescents, with autism and developmental disabilities preferred.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of classroom teaching experience
• Valid California Ed Specialist teaching credential
• Experience in the following areas preferred:
• Teaching Multilingual students
• California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP)
• Adult Learning Theory
• Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
• To support teachers in clearing their California Preliminary Credential.

Comments and Other Information

To be considered please submit the following:

• Letter of Introduction
• Current Resume
• 2 Recent Letters of Recommendation