Education And Training Jobs in Montecito, CA

Substitute Teacher Pay Schedule -
Early Care and Education,
Substitute Permit
$260 Day 1-20
$270 Day 21-40
$280 Day 41+
Child Care Assistant (CCA) $180/day
Associate Teacher $200/day
Site Supervisor $250/day
Substitute Trainee (working towards a CD permit) $18.63/hour
Apprentice - hourly rate based on permit held
First 3 ECE units completed after signing up receive $200 stipend after verified with transcripts
Second 3 ECE units completed after signing up receive $200 stipend after verified with transcripts
Once signed up as a substitute and have completed 6 ECE units, can qualify for an assistant permit which the ECE program will pay for
If you have more than 6 ECE units, once signed up as a substitute, can apply for any other permit which the ECE program will pay for

Special Ed, Juvenile Court and Community Schools
$260 Day 1-20
$270 Day 21-40
$280 Day 41+
Hold appropriate credential for assignment $295 Day
Days are cumulative from one assignment to another and from one school year to the next

To be considered for a Substitute Teacher assignment, applicant must have:

• Bachelor's degree
• CTC live scan
• Eligibility for 30-day substitute permit, OR
• Valid CA teaching credential

On-boarding Stipend - Receive $300 when cleared to start

Full workday = 4+ hours paid a full day, under 4 hours is half pay

Substitute teachers (Special ED & JCCS) with the appropriate program credential $285 per day

Long-Term rate, 10+ consecutive days in the same assignment $285 per day, retro to Day 1,
approved by the program. For ECE program - applies to substitute permit holders only

Paid monthly on the last day of the month

Benefits not included

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with SBCEO to provide services, as applicable.

No SBCEO employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

SBCEO prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of reproductive health decision making, defined as a person's decision to use or access a particular drug, device, product, or medical service for reproductive health.

SBCEO does not discriminate against employees on the basis of immigration status, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that SBCEO is required to do so in order to comply with federal immigration law.

Hourly rate varies and is based on subbing assignment.

Our ideal candidate

You are a committed professional with a nurturing and patient demeanor. You are a team player who listens well and contributes to a positive and efficient work environment on behalf of colleagues, students, families, and the community. You represent the Santa Barbara County Education Office with integrity and professionalism.

General description

Provides support to staff with duties as needed.

Substitutes are usually at Step A of the salary range for that classification. The
Classified Salary Schedule can be found here.

Substitute whose education and/or experience substantially exceeds the
minimum qualifications for the classification may be placed at a higher step in
range (up to Step E), upon approval of the hiring department.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with SBCEO to provide services, as applicable.

No SBCEO employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

SBCEO prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of reproductive health decision making, defined as a person's decision to use or access a particular drug, device, product, or medical service for reproductive health.

SBCEO does not discriminate against employees on the basis of immigration status, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that SBCEO is required to do so in order to comply with federal immigration law.

Our Ideal Candidate
You are a committed professional with a compassionate and patient demeanor who enjoys working with at-risk youth. You are a team player who listens well and contributes to a positive and efficient work environment on behalf of colleagues, students, families, and the community. You represent the Santa Barbara County Education Office with integrity and professionalism.

General Description
Assists teachers, counselors, staff, parents, probation officers, and agencies by providing a safe learning environment for at-risk students who are in a juvenile court and/or community school or community day school. Combines instruction support, and tutoring to students in a strictly monitored setting.

Specific duties and responsibilities

• Provide instructional support in core academic and vocational subjects to students; prepare and may develop age- and grade-appropriate instructional aids and exercises to support the subject matter being taught.

• May perform student intakes; proctor and conduct state-mandated assessments of students to establish baselines, determine academic needs and placement, and measure progress; score objective tests; keep appropriate records, using electronic student information systems; ensure confidentiality of student information.

• Assist with daily screening for weapons, banned substances, and paraphernalia; escort students going from one location to another; monitor student activity in and between classroom, lunchroom, restrooms, and recreational areas throughout the school day, including dismissal time; monitor classroom activities during brief absence of a teacher.

• Observe, monitor, and redirect the behavior of students within approved procedures; reinforce behavior modification techniques determined by the teacher; develop and use incentives as positive reinforcement; document behavioral incidents and report them to site supervisor; participate in consultations with parents and staff on behavioral interventions for students; use appropriate discipline in accordance with school safety plan, school rules, and teacher's assessment.

• As part of the instructional team: support communication with parents to facilitate students' success in a restorative justice environment; provide input to teachers and specialists on student performance, progress, and behavior; may participate in parent-teacher conferences; may be assigned to contact designated Probation officials when resolution cannot be reached with students and parents.

• Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Education and Experience
Education: Possession of a high school diploma and passing score on a rigorous assessment examination demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist with instructing children/students in reading, writing, and mathematics; 48 or more semester units of higher education will substitute for the competency assessment exam.

Knowledge of:

• principles and practices of age-appropriate child development and guidance applicable to a court or community school setting

• principles and practices of positive reinforcement

• core subjects taught in the schools served by SBCEO, including English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, with sufficient competency to assist students with individual or group studies

• teaching and instructional methods

• basic clerical and record-keeping processes.

Skill in:

• using personal computers, audiovisual, and other equipment to support learning, record information, and send communications

• working productively and cooperatively with teachers, staff of other agencies, students, and parents in formal and informal settings.

Ability to:

• assist teaching staff with implementation of instructional goals and activities

• support and interact with students who have a variety of behavioral needs

• apply principles of positive reinforcement

• manage students' verbal and physical behavior in a constructive manner

• learn juvenile court system, including both dependency and delinquency processes

• learn system of care for youth in the juvenile justice system

• learn educational and community resources available for students and families

• interact with teachers, administration, Probation staff, parents, and specialists in order to carry out assigned duties

• oversee students, administer assignments and tests, and perform general clerical tasks

• relate positively to students in a way that builds confidence, provides them with strategies to manage their own behavior, and helps them achieve learning goals

• exercise patience when conveying information to students having difficulty with verbal and written communications

• demonstrate sensitivity to a diverse population of students and families

• communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Some positions in this classification may require proficiency in a language other than English or basic competency in American Sign Language.

Licenses and certificates

May require a valid California driver's license. May require a valid First Aid card, CPR certification, and/or certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).

Working conditions

Some positions in this classification are assigned to work in a juvenile detention facility. Work is performed indoors and outdoors with some exposure to health and safety considerations from physical labor and exposure to body fluids. Requires the ability to perform indoors in an office, classroom, or recreational environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary to a moderately active nature. Requires near visual acuity to read and write printed materials and computer screens. Requires hearing and speech ability for ordinary and telephonic conversation, to converse with individuals and small groups. Requires the ability to move about office, classroom, and school grounds, to tutor, assist with presentations, and teach work materials. Requires ability to walk with student groups during PE classes and to escort students at dismissal. Requires sufficient manual and finger dexterity to demonstrate teaching aids, to point out important words/figures to students, and to operate personal computers. Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and move supplies, fixtures, wheelchairs, etc., of light-to-medium weight (under 50 pounds) on a regular basis, and heavy weight (under 75 pounds) without labor saving equipment on an intermittent basis.

Paid monthly on the last day of the month

Benefits not included.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with SBCEO to provide services, as applicable.

No SBCEO employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

SBCEO prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of reproductive health decision making, defined as a person's decision to use or access a particular drug, device, product, or medical service for reproductive health.

SBCEO does not discriminate against employees on the basis of immigration status, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that SBCEO is required to do so in order to comply with federal immigration law.

Our ideal candidate

You are a committed professional with a nurturing and patient demeanor who enjoys working with children and young adults in need of specialized assistance. You are a team player who listens well and contributes to a positive and efficient work environment on behalf of colleagues, students, families, and the community. You represent the Santa Barbara County Education Office with integrity and professionalism.

General description

Assists teachers and staff in providing cognitive, instructional, therapeutic, and/or medical support to students with varying levels of physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, multiple disabilities, emotional disturbance, and/or severe orthopedic, visual, or hearing impairments.

Specific duties and responsibilities

• Provides cognitive, instructional, therapeutic, medical, and/or social instructional assistance to individuals or small groups of students with disabilities.
• Works directly with individuals or small groups of students to execute individual lesson plans and alternative strategies for maximizing learning experiences.
• Interprets individualized education plans and teacher instructions.
• Assists students during classroom activities, lunch, physical education, while being transported to and from school activities, and all other school activities.
• Feeds students, dispenses medicines, and assists with personal hygiene.
• May perform suctioning, oral stimulation, and replenishment of catheterized devices.
• Assists students with development and reinforcement of life skills such as, but not limited to, purchasing and preparing food, negotiating transportation between school and home, work, and community-based services.
• Assists teachers by setting up work areas, and preparing motivational, decorative, and instructional materials.
• Prepares and may develop age-, grade-, and developmentally-appropriate instructional aids and activities to support the curriculum being taught.
• Confers with teachers, specialists and parents to develop and evaluate individual and group educational goals and objectives.
• Assists with implementation of special programs.
• Administers assessment instruments, scores objective tests and written papers, and keeps appropriate records for teachers, including those on computerized student information and grading systems.
• Monitors classroom activities when a teacher is absent from the classroom.
• Accompanies students going from one location to another.
• Observes, monitors, and controls behavior of students within approved procedures.
• Develops and uses incentives as positive reinforcement.
• Maintains constant supervision of children.
• Assesses the need for, and uses appropriate discipline in accordance with grade level and student's ability to understand and learn from discipline.
• Reports student academic, life skill, and behavior progress and performance to teachers.
• Documents student progress by correcting assignments, administering and scoring criterion referenced tests, recording and charting test scores and curriculum-based measurements.
• Confers as needed with teachers, resource staff, and other school staff concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Alerts teacher to any special problems or information concerning students in assigned program.
• Assists program administrative staff with the preparation and presentation of in service training sessions.
• Assists in organizing and participates in meetings to share information about programs available to students.
• Assists students with developing independent travel and mobility skills, community-based vocational training, and preparation for ongoing employment.
• May coordinate services with job coaching or vocational advisors.
• Assures student safety.
• Places students in wheelchairs, standers, wedges and other equipment or devices that enhance mobility.
• Helps or places students onto buses, therapeutic tables, and toilets.
• Assists students by offering proper examples, emotional support, patience, and friendly attitude, without becoming emotionally attached.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of files and records for classroom or assigned program.
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Education: Possession of a high school diploma and passing score on a rigorous assessment examination demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist with instructing children/students in reading, writing, and mathematics; 48 or more semester units of higher education will substitute for the competency assessment exam.

Experience: Six months of work, volunteer, or personal experience providing care or instruction to infants or children, or to children or adults with disabilities, is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledgeof:

• the principles and practices of age-appropriate child development and guidance applicable to special education setting dealing with severe emotional, physical, and learning challenges.
• the subjects taught in the County's school districts, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading, with sufficient competency to assist students with individual or group studies.
• teaching and instruction methods.
• basic clerical and record-keeping processes.
• Special programs available to students.

Skill in:

• using personal computers, audiovisual, and other equipment to support learning, record information, and send communications.
• working productively and cooperatively with teachers, students, and parents in formal and informal settings,

Ability to:

• assist teaching staff with implementation of instructional goals and activities, and special needs of students with severe handicaps.
• assess the needs of individual students and develop instructional support techniques and materials to meet those needs.
• interact with teachers, parents, and specialists in order to carry out assigned duties.
• oversee students, administer assignments and tests, and perform general clerical tasks.
• assist students with developing independence and self-help skills.
• make formal presentations to classes, individuals, and small groups of students and assist with demonstrations of assigned subject matter to classroom-sized groups.
• relate positively to students in a teaching/learning environment in a way that builds confidence, recognizes and works on learning disabilities and barriers.
• exercise patience when conveying information to students having difficulty with verbal and written communications
• demonstrate sensitivity to the special needs of students.

Some positions in this classification may require proficiency in a language other than English or basic competency in sign language.

Licenses and certificates

• May require a valid First Aid card and/or certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).

Some positions in this classification may require:

• Valid California Class C Driver's License and insurance coverage as required by law.
• Enrollment in the California Department of Motor Vehicles Government Employer Pull Notice Program as a condition of employment.

Working conditions

Work is performed indoors and outdoors with some exposure to health and safety considerations from physical labor and exposure to body fluids.

Physical abilities

Requires the ability to perform indoors in a classroom/laboratory environment engaged in work of a moderately active nature. Requires near visual acuity to read and write printed materials and computer screens. Requires hearing and speech ability for ordinary and telephonic conversation, to speak to groups, and to hear sound prompts from equipment. Requires ambulatory ability to move about office, classroom/laboratory, and school grounds, to tutor, assist with presentations, and reach work materials. Requires sufficient manual and finger dexterity to demonstrate teaching aids, to point out important words/figures to students, and to operate personal computers. Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and move supplies, fixtures, wheelchairs, etc., of light-to-medium weight (under 50 pounds) on a regular basis, and heavy weight (under 75 pounds) without labor saving equipment on an intermittent basis.

Substitutes whose education and/or experience substantially exceeds the
minimum qualifications for the classification may be placed at a higher step in
range (up to Step E), upon approval of the hiring department.

RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

* All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the process for the position.

* If you require an accommodation for any step of the application and selection process, please notify Human Resources as soon as possible.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with SBCEO to provide services, as applicable.

No SBCEO employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

SBCEO prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of reproductive health decision making, defined as a person's decision to use or access a particular drug, device, product, or medical service for reproductive health.

SBCEO does not discriminate against employees on the basis of immigration status, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that SBCEO is required to do so in order to comply with federal immigration law.

Our ideal candidate

You are a culturally caring and empathetic professional with creative problem-solving skills who cares about the people you work with and the students receiving your services. You are a team player, skilled in your area of expertise, and you strive to do a good job at all times.

General description

Provides occupational therapy and services for special education students, ages birth to 22 years, that includes assessment, development of Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and plans, therapy, and direct intervention strategies and activities to assist students in acquiring functional and independent life skills within their occupational performance in the educational setting. Works with special education teams and provides consultation and training to school personnel and families.

• Provides occupational therapy services to students by conducting assessments in context to their occupational performance within the educational setting using an ecological model to determine their strengths and level of need in areas that may include physical, cognitive, psychosocial and sensory components

• Participates in pre-referral screenings, provides support and recommendations as part of the general education process, and facilitates transition planning

• Participates in intervention planning and implementation of IEP and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) services

• Develops well defined educationally relevant goals and objectives that are part of the student's individual educational program

• Evaluates student progress on individual IEP and IFSP goals and revises goals as needed

• Prepares occupational therapy assessments and progress and makes recommendations

• As a part of the IFSP or IEP team the OT collaborates with professional staff to determine an individualized education plan for students eligible for special education services

• Instructs and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in occupational therapy treatment approach, and instructional support on understanding, interpreting, and implementing intervention procedures

• Consults with parents and staff on occupational therapy interventions for students

• Provides training and continuing professional development to teachers and resource staff

• Keeps up-to-date on current clinical, theoretical and educational research in the profession and develops up-to-date best practices for therapy services

• Ensures the documentation of services is professional, efficient, and accountable, and in conformance with the policies of state and other agencies

• Modifies and may design adaptive equipment that enhances students' ability to access learning and technology

• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position

Education: Master's degree in occupational therapy.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university, if received prior to 2007, is acceptable.

Experience: One year's experience in a school setting preferred.

Knowledge of:

• Physical, sensory, intellectual, social, and emotional growth patterns of children including the developmental and educational needs of children with specific disabilities
• Current theories and best practices in the application of occupational therapy techniques, including oral motor facilitation, daily living activities, sensory impairments, perceptual motor, fine motor development, and normal and abnormal child development
• Advanced math

• Develop and maintain trust and cooperation with peers and students
• Facilitate formal discussion with classroom-sized groups and resolve conflicts
• Develop reports and correspondence that may be sensitive and have legal implications
• Interpret statistics
• Work in an independent and organized manner as an itinerant service provider

• Valid Occupational Therapist license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy
• Valid certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• Valid California driver's license

Classified salary ranges have 26 steps (A-Z). Initial salary placement for new hires is between steps A and J, based on qualifications.

Click here for an Overview of Our Application & Selection Process.

RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

* All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process for the position.

* The examination process may include one or more of the following: written, oral, and performance examination.

* Candidates must pass all parts of the examination process to be placed on the eligibility list. Final score will determine the candidate's rank on the eligibility list.

* A candidate in the top three ranks (including tie scores) on the eligibility list may be considered for hire; when there are multiple vacancies in the same job classification, additional ranks will be considered.

* This recruitment is Dual Certification, meaning it is open to all applicants, including current SBCEO employees and those from the general public. Dual certification results in one integrated eligibility list based on rank.

* Eligibility lists are generally valid for six months; promotional eligibility lists are valid for one year. Lists may be exhausted prior to the original expiration date, or they may be extended with the approval of the Personnel Commission.

* If you require an accommodation for any step of the application and selection process, please notify Human Resources by the application deadline date (or as soon as possible for an open continuous recruitment).

* Veterans' Preference Points: This recruitment is eligible for veterans' preference points for qualifying veterans.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with SBCEO to provide services, as applicable.

No SBCEO employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

SBCEO prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of reproductive health decision making, defined as a person's decision to use or access a particular drug, device, product, or medical service for reproductive health.

SBCEO does not discriminate against employees on the basis of immigration status, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that SBCEO is required to do so in order to comply with federal immigration law.

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WHAT WE DO

Creating opportunity, transforming lives… one scholarship at a time.

We believe that every motivated, deserving student with the desire for higher education should have the opportunity to pursue it. Our efforts began in 1962 when a visionary group of parents and educators in Santa Barbara created the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara (SFSB) to eliminate disparities between who can and cannot access postsecondary education. Ignited by the vision of our founders, we exist to encourage and support Santa Barbara County students to and through college, graduate, and vocational school by providing information, advising, and scholarships.

Today, we are the nation’s largest community-based provider of college scholarships, having cumulatively awarded more than $167 million to over 64,000 Santa Barbara County students. Funded entirely through philanthropy, we awarded 2,125 scholarships totaling $7.7 million in 2025, and each year, we provide critical financial aid advising services to some 20,000 county residents.

Beyond direct scholarship awards, we empower students to make informed, strategic financial decisions regarding their education. Our staff provides expert guidance through the complexities of federal and state financial aid forms, scholarship applications, and award letter analysis—all free of charge. Last year, through our advisory services, we helped scholarship recipients secure an additional $50.5 million in federal, state, and institutional aid. For more information, please visit & CULTURE

Our work is guided by a highly engaged and connected Board of 26 community leaders from across the region. With an annual operating budget of $10.7 million, a carefully managed endowment of $78 million, and through the annual distribution of approximately $7.7 million in scholarship awards, our team of 18 professionals delivers services through two offices covering North and South County Santa Barbara. As a founding member of Cal-SOAP (California Student Opportunity and Access Program), we partner closely with a diverse range of organizations, including schools, community-based organizations, businesses, and funders. Thanks to an exceptionally efficient use of resources, SFSB has earned the top 4-star ranking from Charity Navigator for the past 10 years, with 100% of gifts intended for scholarship funding going directly to deserving students.

SFSB’s success is rooted in an enviable, positive culture where our highly skilled team operates with mutual respect and a shared commitment to the mission. We foster a collaborative environment that values work-life balance, independence, and the trust of an approachable, transparent leadership team. This supportive atmosphere has led to remarkable continuity, with some staff members serving the organization for nearly two decades. Our work is further strengthened by the lived experience of team members who were once scholarship recipients themselves, bringing a unique and personal perspective to everything we do.

BENEFITS & FEATURES

• Salary – $275,000 - $300,000 DOE/Neg; bonus eligible.
• 403(b) plan with a 5% match. After 1 year of service, SFSB contributes an additional 2% of the employee’s salary.
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan available as authorized by the Board of Directors.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, long-term disability, life insurance, and workers’ compensation insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Program
• PTO: 4 weeks paid vacation, 10 paid sick days, 14 paid holidays.

LOCATION

SFSB’s headquarters is located in Santa Barbara with a satellite office in Santa Maria, CA.

POSITION SUMMARY

This is an incredible opportunity to lead one of the most established and well-known philanthropic organizations in the region. With over $86 million in assets under management, SFSB has a 60+ year legacy of transforming lives; in fact, many current and former civic leaders are past SFSB scholarship recipients.

As the primary champion for educational equity in the county, the President & CEO serves as a highly visible leader, working in close partnership with the Board and overseeing a dedicated professional team, including five direct reports: Chief Programs Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Communications Officer, Chief Development Officer, and Executive Assistant/Office Manager.

SFSB is in a place of great financial strength, yet we believe there is significant unrealized potential to deepen our impact. We seek a visionary leader who can scale our reach—particularly in underserved regions—through the careful stewardship of resources and the continued implementation of an innovative, data-driven development and donor engagement strategy.

1st Year Priorities

• Relationship Building: Execute the final phase of the Strategic Plan while building authentic, trust-based relationships with the Board, staff, donors, and educational partners.
• Fundraising: Support a comprehensive $9 million fundraising strategy encompassing unrestricted, restricted, endowment, and bequest goals to ensure long-term organizational sustainability.
• Geographic Expansion: Drive growth into Mid and North County by increasing brand visibility, service footprint, and Board representation from these regions.
• Programmatic Scaling: Enhance resources to ensure scholarship delivery effectively meets the evolving needs of students across the county.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engage and inspire a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to support our work and help advance our mission of higher education for all.
• Enhance and support the work of the Board of Directors by managing, monitoring, and executing the organization’s fiduciary responsibilities to the community.
• Lead fund development efforts and participate in securing and stewarding donations.
• Serve as a visible public advocate for SFSB and our need for philanthropic support; cultivate and build relationships and partnerships that help advance our mission.
• Provide inspirational leadership, team building, and growth opportunities to the professional staff, while ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of the organization’s programs and activities.
• Exercise prudent and respectful oversight of the funds that have been entrusted to the organization in support of its service to the community.
• Guide the organization through regular strategy and planning sessions to assess programmatic effectiveness and financial objectives, within a complex, evolving educational landscape.
• Ensure adherence to the highest ethical standards, driving operational accountability and compliance with all relevant legal guidelines and best practices.

BACKGROUND PROFILE

• A bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is desirable.
• A successful track record in fundraising, stewarding, and diversifying funding sources such as individual giving, events, grants, endowments, and other partnerships.
• Seven to ten years of senior leadership and management experience, including strategy development, board engagement, change management, team collaboration, and talent development. Nonprofit or higher education experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in building effective partnerships across geographically and socioeconomically diverse regions, with the cultural competency to engage and inspire a broad range of stakeholders, including donors, businesses, elected officials, and community-based organizations.
• Superb people skills, with exceptionally well-developed listening and communication skills, and the ability to connect with and inspire confidence among a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent public speaking and storytelling ability.
• Highly empathetic, exhibiting sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy when dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in driving organizational growth and creating and implementing innovative programs with a data-driven lens.
• A solid fundamental understanding of fiscal management with experience developing and managing budgets. Experience and knowledge of endowments preferred.

Company Description

The Grand on State is a one-of-a-kind Jazz & Dining experience located in the lively theater district in Santa Barbara, California. We value high quality food and live music.

This is a new restaurant which offers the opportunity to develop and create an elevated culinary experience along side an ambitious & kindhearted leadership team.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Head Chef located in Santa Barbara, CA. The Head Chef will lead and manage kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation of high-quality dishes and the seamless operation of the culinary team. Key responsibilities will include menu planning, supervising kitchen staff, sourcing ingredients, food preparation, and maintaining high standards for food safety and hygiene. Additionally, the Head Chef will strategize on cost controls, ensure adherence to operational guidelines, and deliver an exceptional dining experience for guests.

Qualifications

• Culinary expertise including cooking techniques, food presentation, and proficiency in kitchen operations
• Menu planning, ordering & inventory management, and knowledge of cost control practices
• Team leadership, staff training, and strong organizational skills
• Certification in food safety, kitchen safety regulations, and sanitation standards
• Creativity in developing unique recipes and enhancing culinary offerings
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Flexibility to work during weekends, holidays, and evenings
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience in a leadership role in a kitchen setting

Language

• Proficient in English

• Conversational Spanish