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About The Cottonwood School

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.

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.

Final date to receive applications: Until Filled

Start Date: July 27, 2026

Vacancies: 1

Direct Supervisor: Assistant Superintendent, Chief Operations Officer

Salary Range: $122,000-$130,000

Work Calendar: 210

Classification: Certificated

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Location: On Site

Internal Applicants:

• Letter of intent

External Applicants: Please upload the following required documents in the Upload Additional Files:

• Copy of Credentials (If applicable)
• Transcripts (If applicable)
• 2 Letters of Recommendation (dated within 2 years)

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 insurance, 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*

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about our school!

TCS is a STRS participating employer. Certificated employees are enrolled in the California STRS.

Required Qualifications

• 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)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working at The Cottonwood School
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential or current enrollment in an approved Administrative Services Credential program

Employment Requirements

• 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