Education Specialist (On-Site)

The Cottonwood School • El Dorado Hills, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Education Specialist provides instruction, assessment, and program planning for special education students with identified special educational needs under the direction of the Associate Director of Special Education. The role adapts the content, methodology, and delivery of instruction to meet the needs of eligible students and ensure access to the general curriculum and rigorous educational standards adopted by The Cottonwood School and the State. The position is on-site and has a 190-day work calendar. The school uses TargetSuccess as an assessment tool during screening. Applicants must upload a copy of their credentials, transcripts, and two letters of recommendation dated within two years (one letter for internal applicants).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential.
• English Learner (EL) Authorization.
• Basic proficiency in Google Workspace, including Docs, Sheets, and Drive.
• Basic proficiency with virtual communication platforms such as Zoom, Google Chat, or similar tools.
• Complete required employment clearances and verifications: AB 2534 verification, background clearance, tuberculosis clearance (risk assessment or skin test), and I-9 verification with appropriate U.S. work permits as required.
• Complete required mandatory trainings for school employees.
• Submit a copy of credentials, transcripts, and two letters of recommendation dated within two years; internal applicants must submit one letter.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a charter school or independent study environment.
• Experience using educational technology platforms, including LMS/SIS systems such as Pathways, Clever, or Google Classroom, to support instruction.
• Bridge Authorization.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for special education students with identified special educational needs.
• Assess students and plan educational programs.
• Adapt instructional content, methodology, and delivery to meet the needs of eligible students.
• Ensure students have access to the general curriculum and rigorous educational standards adopted by the School and the State.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 403(b) and 457(b) plans, with matching available for certain classifications.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending accounts for health and dependent care.
• Paid time off.
• Sick leave benefits for certain classifications and eligible staff.
• Pet insurance.
• California State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) participation for certificated employees.
• Competitive, market-aligned salary schedules and employer contributions toward medical premiums.
• Additional benefits may be available; compensation and benefits may be prorated based on date of hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time