Site Administrator

The Cottonwood School • El Dorado Hills, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

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, and 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.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent, COO, this position serves as the on-site administrative leader responsible for campus operations, facilities, and student and staff safety. This position serves as the designated campus administrator and on-site instructional liaison, ensuring the campus operates safely and efficiently while providing administrative leadership, coordinating facility projects, supporting students and staff, and serving as the primary administrator for on-site needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Three (3) years of teaching experience at an independent study charter school
• Valid California Teaching Credential
• 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 working at The Cottonwood School
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential or current enrollment in an approved Administrative Services Credential program

Responsibilities

• Serves as the on-site administrative leader responsible for campus operations, facilities, and student and staff safety.
• Serves as the designated campus administrator and on-site instructional liaison.
• Ensures the campus operates safely and efficiently.
• Provides administrative leadership.
• Coordinates facility projects.
• Supports students and staff.
• Serves as the primary administrator for on-site needs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Life & Disability insurance
• 403(b) and 457(b) plans (with matching available for certain classifications)
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level