Education Specialist 26/27 SY Pool

The Cottonwood School•El Dorado Hills, CA

3h•$70,000 - $90,455•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Special Education, this position will provide instruction, assessment, and program planning for special education students with identified special educational needs. The fundamental purpose of this position is to adapt the content, methodology, and delivery of instruction to meet the needs of an eligible child and ensure the student’s access to the general curriculum and rigorous educational standards adopted by the School and the State.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Valid California Education Specialist Instruction Credential
English Learner (EL) Authorization
Basic proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Chat, or similar tools)
AB 2534 Verification
Background Clearance
Tuberculosis Clearance (Risk Assessment or Skin Test)
I-9 Verification (Appropriate US Work Permits as required)
Complete Required Mandatory Trainings for School Employees

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide instruction, assessment, and program planning for special education students with identified special educational needs.
Adapt the content, methodology, and delivery of instruction to meet the needs of an eligible child.
Ensure the student’s access to the general curriculum and rigorous educational standards adopted by the School and the State.