Substitute Teacher (Special Education and Educational Services Department)

Application Deadline: 9/30/2026 4:30 PM Pacific. Contact: Desiree Zuniga, 209-381-4063. 5 openings available.

About the Employer

The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers, and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.

About the Role

Substitute Teacher positions are available in the Special Education and Educational Services Department for the 2026-2027 school year. Employment type includes both full-time and part-time opportunities.

Pay

Single rate of $195.00 per day ($26 hourly).

Requirements

• Must be registered with the Merced County Office of Education Credentialing Department and be active on the County-Wide Sub List.
• Completed Edjoin online application.
• Resume.
• Copy of BA/BS degree.
• Copy of your California credential (if applicable) or possess a valid 30-day Substitute Permit.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree; OR 90 college units (B or better) AND currently enrolled in a 4-year college.
• Copy of transcript (Bachelor’s Degree OR 90 college units AND currently enrolled in a 4-year college).

Only complete applications including required documents will be considered. Candidate pool is reviewed every two weeks, and processing time may vary. If you're not currently on the County-Wide Sub List, complete the necessary steps to join via the Credential Services webpage.

Benefits

Insurance information and CalSTRS details (where applicable) are available through MCOE.