CCPA High School Math Teacher (Part-Time) in In-Person, California at The Cottonwood School

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 students in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade 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.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of CCPA, this position will plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

CCPA High School Teacher (Part-Time) Job Description

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Start Date: August 1, 2026

Vacancies: 1

Direct Supervisor: Director of CCPA

Compensation: $46.05/hour

Work Calendar: 190

Classification: Certificated

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Employment Type: Part-Time

Location: Sandstone School Site

Hours Per Week: 4 hours a day, 5 days a week

Application Requirements:

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)

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about our school!

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

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Valid California Single Subject Teaching 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)

• Experience in a Montessori or alternative education setting
• Experience using educational technology platforms (e.g., LMS/SIS systems such as Pathways, Clever, or Google Classroom) to support instruction

• 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