Information Technology (IT) Specialist II

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, 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 Director of Technology, this position will assist the school staff and students in maintaining and using school wide technology to meet school objectives. This position may be assigned areas of primary responsibility, but each Specialist will provide support services for all school technology.

Please upload the following required documents:

• Copy of Credentials (if applicable)
• Transcripts (if applicable)
• Two 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 may include medical, dental, vision coverage; life & disability insurance; 403(b) and 457(b) plans with matching; employee assistance program; flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care; paid time off and sick leave (for certain classifications and eligible staff); pet insurance; and more.

Compensation & benefits may be prorated based on the date of hire.

Full‑time regular employees receive the following additional benefits for the entire school year (July–June):

• 23 paid non‑workdays/holidays
• 8 PTO days
• 12 paid sick leave days

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience in a related field or position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Basic proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and virtual communication platforms such as Zoom and Google Chat

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working at The Cottonwood School

Final date to receive applications: Until Filled

Start Date: July 27, 2026

Vacancies: 1

Direct Supervisor: Director of Technology

Salary Range: $24.00-$27.80

Work Calendar: 237

Classification: Classified

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Employment Type: Full‑time

Location: On‑Site (Telecommute eligible) (position needs may change in the future)