Southern California’s Premier PK–12 Hiring Event Returns, Connecting Educators with Top School Employers; Powered by vFairs

Downey, CA – The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) and Tulare County Office of Education (TCOE) have announced the 4th Annual PK–12 Educational Employment Fair, a premier recruitment event aimed at connecting school employers with highly qualified education professionals. The event will take place on May 16, 2026, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (PDT), at the LACOE Education Center West (East Lobby) in Downey, California. Education professionals seeking new opportunities are encouraged to register and attend.

The event is designed for candidates pursuing both teaching and non-teaching roles for the 2026–2027 academic year, including credentialed teachers (multiple subject, single subject, and education specialists), paraprofessionals, substitutes, and classified staff. Attendees will gain direct access to hiring representatives from public school districts, charter schools, and universities across Los Angeles County, offering a valuable platform to explore career opportunities, build connections, and advance within the education sector.

“The mission of the Center is to elevate the teaching profession by attracting new and existing talent to positively impact teaching and learning in California’s 21st-century classrooms,” said Marvin Lopez, Director.

Distinguishing itself as a high-impact hiring event, the fair offers opportunities for meaningful, in-person engagement, including on-site interviews and direct interaction with hiring teams. Enhanced event features such as customized candidate badges, streamlined check-in, and integrated contact-sharing tools help facilitate efficient and lasting connections between candidates and employers. 

“Virtual events are the future of recruitment. Our platform enables organizations to create more accessible and efficient hiring experiences by removing barriers and fostering meaningful engagement. We’re proud to support initiatives like this that connect talented educators with impactful career opportunities,” said Muhammad Younas, CEO of vFairs.

About The California Center on Teaching Careers

The California Center on Teaching Careers (The Center), housed at Tulare County Office of Education, is a statewide leader in educator recruitment and workforce development. Through strong partnerships with school districts, county offices, higher education institutions, and community organizations, The Center advances innovative strategies to attract and retain high-quality educators. Its efforts have significantly supported staffing needs in the Central Valley and other high-need regions across California.

About vFairs

vFairs is an all-in-one event management platform that powers in-person, hybrid, and virtual events. Our event technology empowers companies worldwide to host custom, immersive events and achieve incredible results. The platform features a virtual events platform and mobile app, each offering immersive virtual venues, advanced networking, world-renowned customer service, and many features that help you host unforgettable events.