Teacher, Independent Study (Ref 27-12) 26-27 SY at Tulare County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of a principal and/or designee, responsible for the distribution, collection, and evaluation of student independent studies coursework. The teacher plans instruction, assists students in setting personal goals, and implements curriculum while clearly communicating progress to students and families. By modeling competence, honesty, and accountability, the teacher creates a learning environment that encourages self-reliance and prepares students for postsecondary education, vocational training, or the workforce.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education Required: • Valid California Teaching Credential and EL (English Language) Authorization. • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience Required: • Two (2) years of successful classroom teaching experience required. • Experience in independent studies or innovative learning environment is highly desirable.
- Copy of Transcript (copy of BA degree(s) and/or transcripts verifying degree(s) awarded)
- Credential Copy (Valid California Teaching Credential)
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters of recommendation are required)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Education Required: • Valid California Teaching Credential and EL (English Language) Authorization. • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience Required: • Two (2) years of successful classroom teaching experience required. • Experience in independent studies or innovative learning environment is highly desirable.
- Copy of Transcript (copy of BA degree(s) and/or transcripts verifying degree(s) awarded)
- Credential Copy (Valid California Teaching Credential)
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters of recommendation are required)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
The Tulare County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in any program or activity.
If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, you should immediately contact the school site administrator and/or Human Resources at 559.733.6306. A copy of TCOE’s Uniform Complaint Policy and Non-Discrimination Policy are available upon request.
Comments and Other Information
The Tulare County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in any program or activity.
If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, you should immediately contact the school site administrator and/or Human Resources at 559.733.6306. A copy of TCOE’s Uniform Complaint Policy and Non-Discrimination Policy are available upon request.
Application Deadline
5/26/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/15/2026
Contact
Christina Ortiz
559-302-3673
559-302-3673
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$71,848 - $122,741 Annually
$71,848 - $122,741 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Maximum of 10 years teaching experience in a public school setting granted for placement; Lead Teacher Stipend
Length of Work Year
7.5 hours/day; 185 day work year
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
Employer paid health benefits; not subject to Social Security.
Area of Assignment
University Preparatory High School
Work Schedule
8:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m.