The Santa Cruz County Office of Education will host its annual Educator Recruitment Fair from 9:00–11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Please share the flyer!
What Is the Educator Recruitment Fair?
The Educator Recruitment Fair is an in-person opportunity for individuals seeking classified and certificated positions in education to meet directly with those responsible for hiring. Positions include teachers, psychologists, counselors, school nurses, speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and preschool educators.
Representatives from multiple local school districts will be in attendance to connect with prospective candidates. Attendees are encouraged to bring copies of their resumes, as on-site interviews may be offered.
Tips for Success
Dress professionally and arrive prepared Bring resumes and be ready to discuss your interests Introduce yourself clearly and confidently If a line is long, visit another district and return later Ask questions about district culture, mentoring, and support
Who You’ll Meet
Santa Cruz County School Districts
Each school district hires its own educators and classified staff. District representatives will be available to discuss current and upcoming opportunities, district priorities, and support systems. Learn more about Santa Cruz County districts at www.santacruzcoe.org.
CTC Career Counselors – Virtual Only
The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing will be join via Zoom from 9-10 AM for a live questions and answer session. Whether you are attending in person or joining us virtually for just the Q&A, please register by using this link sccoe.link/zoomCTC.
8:45 to 9:00 AM – Welcome and Introduction
9:00 to 9:30 AM – General Questions and Answers
9:30 to 10:00 AM – Breakout rooms for specific questions
University & Credential Program Partners
In addition to district meet-and-greets, many of our university partners will be present to share information about their educator credential and degree programs. Learn about the wide range of educator preparation programs available from participating universities and colleges. Whether you are exploring teacher credentialing for the first time, adding a new authorization, or advancing your career with a master’s degree, stop by the tables to connect directly with admissions representatives and get your questions answered.
Cabrillo College — Early Childhood Education (ECE) pathway to teaching, VAPA pathway to teaching CSU East Bay — Single Subjects, Multiple Subject, and Education Specialist CSU Monterey Bay — Single Subjects, Multiple Subject, and Education Specialist San José State University — Single Subjects, Multiple Subject, PK-3 ECE, and Education Specialist UC Santa Cruz — Single Subjects, Multiple Subject UMass Global — Single Subjects, Multiple Subject, and Education Specialist
Why Teach in Santa Cruz County?
Santa Cruz – A Great Workplace
Competitive Salaries & Benefits Strong Induction & Mentoring Programs Countywide Beginning Teacher Support Initiatives Collaborative Professional Learning Communities Commitment to Career-Long Professional Development
Santa Cruz County – A Great Place to Live and Teach
Natural beauty — Pacific coastline, redwood forests, and mountains
Educational opportunities — access to world-class colleges and universities
Innovation — technology, biotechnology, and marine sciences