Education Specialist (On-Site) 26/27 SY at The Cottonwood School

El Dorado Hills, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

83984.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Whole-Learner Approach, Academic Achievement, Social Development, Emotional Development, Holistic Learning, Project-Based Learning, Collaboration, Creativity, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, English Learner Authorization

Industry

education

Description

Description The Cottonwood School offers dynamic homeschooling pathways for TK-12: a uniquely personalized, whole-learner approach that nurtures academic, social, and emotional achievement. The Cottonwood school is a tuition-free, public charter school serving transitional kindergarten through 12th-grade students in Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties. We take an integrative approach that education is more than academic learning. We understand that a rich education includes social and emotional development as well as a strong academic foundation. Our Homestudy Pathway fosters holistic learning through the many activities and events we offer each month—field trips, workshops, hands-on, experiential activities. Our Cottonwood College Prep Academy is a hybrid on-site High School Pathway that offers Montessori-inspired project-based learning that encourages collaboration and creativity. At The Cottonwood School, we envision a world where students flourish, communities thrive, and staff are fulfilled. Start Date: August 1, 2026 Vacancies: 1 Employment Type: Full-Time Direct Supervisor: Associate Director of Special Education Salary Schedule: Schedule B Work Calendar: 190 Classification: Certificated FLSA Status: Exempt Location: This position is expected to work on-site at our El Dorado Hills school office, 5 days a week. This position is not eligible for telecommuting. Job Description: Link Compensation & Benefits In addition to competitive salaries, The Cottonwood School offers eligible full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that can include: Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, Life & Disability insurnace, 403(b) and 457(b) plans (with matching available for certain classifications), an Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending accounts for Health care and dependent care, Paid Time Off and sick leave benefits (for certain classifications and eligible staff), pet insurance, and more! *Compensation & benefits may be prorated based on date of hire* Certificated Postings TCS is a STRS participating employer. Certificated employees are enrolled in the California STRS. Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe with English Learner (EL) Authorization Current CPR/First Aid Certification Must live in Northern California and be able to commute to El Dorado Hills and counties The Cottonwood School serves Preferred Qualifications Experience working at an independent study charter school Bridge Authorization Employment Requirements AB 2534 Verification Background Clearance Tuberculosis Clearance I-9 Verification

Responsibilities

This role supports the Cottonwood School's mission by providing educational services within a personalized, whole-learner approach for TK-12 students across multiple counties. The specialist will be involved in nurturing academic, social, and emotional achievement through various pathways offered by the school.