English Language (EL) Coordinator at The Cottonwood School
About the Employer
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.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The EL Coordinator serves as an English Learner expert for The Cottonwood School by coordinating and teaching our second language learners. The Coordinator works with the Homeschool Teacher (HST), parents, students, and all other academic staff within The Cottonwood School who support students. This may include staff from the Special Education team. The Coordinator is responsible for implementing the LCAP priorities as have been determined by the State. The Coordinator will be part of developing curriculum and direct instruction for ELD instruction via a virtual platform. The coordinator will also provide data for follow-up SST and 504 meetings and communicate with parents, teachers, and staff regarding progress or further assessments needed. The Coordinator will lead EL support staff and may also assist general education teachers with selecting appropriate curricula and the development and implementation of appropriate strategies. The Coordinator may be asked to present at team meetings and staff development. The Coordinator works under the direction of the Director of Instruction and the supervision of the Associate Director of Student Support.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications Two (2) years of teaching experience Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university Valid California Multiple Subject Credential with English Learner (EL) Authorization Must live in Northern California and be able to commute to El Dorado Hills Preferred Qualifications Experience/coursework specializing in intervention Experience working with or supporting members of the Russian-speaking community Employment Requirements AB 2534 Verification Background Clearance Tuberculosis Clearance I-9 Verification
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications Two (2) years of teaching experience Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university Valid California Multiple Subject Credential with English Learner (EL) Authorization Must live in Northern California and be able to commute to El Dorado Hills Preferred Qualifications Experience/coursework specializing in intervention Experience working with or supporting members of the Russian-speaking community Employment Requirements AB 2534 Verification Background Clearance Tuberculosis Clearance I-9 Verification
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
5/12/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$82,000 - $110,000 Annually
$82,000 - $110,000 Annually
Length of Work Year
190
Employment Type
Full Time