McKinleyville Union School District
Certificated Vacancy
Expanded Learning Program (ELP)
Education Specialist
Extra Hire/As needed
2025-2026
Job #6318 Open Until Filled
  
Employing District McKinleyville Union School District
Tari Bailey, Administrative Assistant, tbailey@mckusd.org
Salary Certificated Salary Schedule from $49,832-$96,517 annually (placement up to Step 10 on the Certificated Salary Schedule). Salary is based on full-time F.T.E, and will be prorated for part-time.
Job Description https://drive.google.com/file/d/15gykqfra-0TT7W3pDlyznsKN0vBq7WD6/view?usp=drive_link
Qualifications The ELP Educational Specialist should possess a Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe Special Education credential, eligibility for an NCLB Certificate of Compliance, and authorization to instruct English Learner (EL) students. Candidates may also qualify through a combination of relevant education, certifications, and experience in special education, behavioral support, or child development.
Valued preparation includes certifications such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Early Intervention, and Special Education Advocacy or Law. Relevant academic backgrounds may include degrees in special education, psychology, child development, or speech-language pathology. Experience supporting students with moderate to severe disabilities, implementing IEPs and 504 plans, and working in roles such as behavior specialist, inclusion facilitator, or mobility specialist is highly desirable.
Department of Justice fingerprint clearance must be completed prior to the first day of employment at a cost of $62 to the employee.

The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice and show proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Application Procedure
  • Certificated Application Form
    (available online at: hcoe.org/employment)
  • Cover Letter Stating reasons for application and summarizing candidate's qualifications
  • Resume
  • 3-5 Letters of recommendation
Application Deadline Open until filled
Return Your Application Packet to: View Job
Julie Giannini-Preivide, Superintendent
McKinleyville Union School District
2275 Central Avenue
McKinleyville, CA 95519-3611

The Humboldt County Office of Education supports the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment