Position Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the School Director, the Independent Study Program

Coordinator/Teacher is responsible for the implementation, coordination, compliance, and instruction of

Redwood Coast Montessori's Independent Study Program. This position serves in a dual role as both the

Program Coordinator and the credentialed teacher for the school's Long-Term Independent Study (LTIS)

Program while also overseeing the implementation and compliance of the Short-Term Independent Study

(STIS) Program for students in Transitional Kindergarten through 12th grade.

As the Program Coordinator, the employee is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and

evaluating all aspects of the Independent Study Program to ensure compliance with California Education

Code, California Code of Regulations, charter school requirements, Board policies, and administrative

procedures. Responsibilities include coordinating student enrollment, overseeing Master Agreements,

monitoring student engagement and attendance requirements, supporting classroom teachers with Short-Term

Independent Study procedures, maintaining legally required documentation, overseeing state reporting

requirements, and serving as the school's primary resource for Independent Study compliance.

As the credentialed teacher, the employee provides direct instruction to students enrolled in the Long-Term

Independent Study Program, develops individualized learning plans aligned with California Content Standards,

evaluates student progress, maintains regular communication with students and families, and collaborates with

classroom teachers, special education staff, intervention personnel, and administrators to ensure student

success.

The Independent Study Program Coordinator/Teacher also oversees the administration of the Short-Term

Independent Study Program for all grade levels (TK–12), ensuring that required assignments, attendance

accounting, instructional continuity, documentation, and communication with families are implemented

consistently across the school.

Because this position may provide instruction to students from Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 12, the

successful candidate must possess the ability to differentiate instruction across multiple grade levels and

subject areas while working within the authorization of their California teaching credential(s).

Essential Responsibilities

Program Coordination

? Coordinate and oversee the daily operation of Redwood Coast Montessori's Long-Term Independent

Study Program.

? Coordinate and oversee the implementation of the Short-Term Independent Study Program for students

in Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 12.

? Ensure both Long-Term and Short-Term Independent Study programs remain compliant with all

applicable California Education Code requirements, California Code of Regulations, charter school

laws, Board policies, and administrative regulations.

? Develop, implement, and maintain procedures for both Independent Study programs.

? Coordinate enrollment into the Long-Term Independent Study Program.

? Review and process requests for participation in the Short-Term Independent Study Program.

? Conduct parent and student orientation meetings regarding Independent Study expectations,

responsibilities, timelines, and legal requirements.

? Develop, maintain, monitor, and update Independent Study Master Agreements and all legally required

documentation.

? Coordinate assignment of supervising teachers, instructional materials, and student schedules as

appropriate.

? Support classroom teachers with implementation of Short-Term Independent Study requirements.

? Ensure all required attendance documentation, work samples, learning logs, assignments, and student

engagement records are accurately maintained.

? Maintain accurate student records within SchoolWise and other required student information systems.

? Prepare reports related to attendance, engagement, enrollment, student progress, and program

compliance.

? Coordinate annual updates to Independent Study forms, procedures, and parent communications.

Instruction

? Serve as the supervising credentialed teacher for students enrolled in Long-Term Independent Study.

? Provide high-quality instruction using a variety of instructional methods.

? Develop individualized learning plans aligned with California Content Standards and Redwood Coast

Montessori's educational program.

? Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students across multiple grade levels (TK–12), consistent

with credential authorization.

? Provide synchronous and asynchronous instruction as required by law and Board policy.

? Evaluate student work and provide timely academic feedback.

? Maintain regular instructional contact with students.

? Monitor academic progress and intervene when students are not making satisfactory educational

progress.

? Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding students transitioning between classroom instruction

and Independent Study.

? Administer state assessments, local assessments, and benchmark assessments as assigned.

Student Monitoring and Family Support

? Maintain frequent communication with students and families.

? Schedule and conduct required teacher-student meetings.

? Monitor attendance, participation, assignment completion, academic progress, and student

engagement.

? Identify students who may be at risk academically or behaviorally and coordinate appropriate

interventions.

? Implement intervention procedures when students fail to meet participation or satisfactory educational

progress requirements.

? Recommend changes in placement when Independent Study is no longer determined to be an

appropriate educational setting.

? Support families through transitions into and out of Independent Study.

Short-Term Independent Study Oversight

? Serve as the school-wide coordinator for Short-Term Independent Study serving students in Transitional

Kindergarten through Grade 12.

? Review Short-Term Independent Study requests and ensure all required agreements are completed

prior to the start of Independent Study whenever required by law.

? Coordinate with classroom teachers to ensure instructional continuity and appropriate assignments are

provided.

? Verify completion of assignments and documentation necessary for attendance accounting.

? Monitor timelines for completion of work and required documentation.

? Provide training and ongoing support to staff regarding Short-Term Independent Study requirements

and procedures.

? Ensure Short-Term Independent Study documentation is maintained for audit purposes.

Special Education

? Collaborate with special education staff regarding students with disabilities participating in Independent

Study.

? Participate as an IEP team member when assigned.

? Implement accommodations, modifications, and services identified within Individualized Education

Programs (IEPs).

? Collaborate with IEP teams in determining whether Independent Study is an appropriate placement

based upon individual student needs.

? Maintain knowledge of California special education laws related to Independent Study.

Compliance and Data Management

? Ensure compliance with all Independent Study attendance accounting requirements.

? Maintain legally required documentation for audit purposes.

? Support CALPADS reporting related to Independent Study.

? Maintain confidential student records in accordance with FERPA and state law.

? Monitor compliance with student engagement requirements.

? Coordinate documentation necessary for state audits and compliance reviews.

? Maintain current knowledge of changes in California Independent Study laws and regulations.

? Perform other duties as assigned by the School Director.

Collaboration and Leadership

? Work collaboratively with administration, teachers, counselors, intervention staff, special education

staff, classified staff, and families.

? Participate in Student Success Team (SST), Section 504, and IEP meetings as assigned.

? Assist with transitions between classroom instruction and Independent Study.

? Provide professional development and training related to Independent Study procedures.

? Attend staff meetings, leadership meetings, professional development, and compliance trainings when

requested by the director.

? Serve as a resource to staff regarding Independent Study laws, procedures, and best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

? Valid California teaching credential(s) authorizing service in the assigned grade levels and subject

areas.

? Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

? Meets all California credentialing requirements applicable to assigned students and instructional

assignments.

? Valid California driver's license.

? Ability to successfully pass all required background clearances.

Preferred Qualifications

? Three (3) or more years of successful teaching experience.

? Experience teaching in a California Independent Study or non-classroom-based program.

? Experience coordinating an Independent Study program.

? Experience working in a California public or charter school.

? Knowledge of California Independent Study laws and regulations.

? Experience with SchoolWise, CALPADS, SEIS, Google Workspace, and educational technology

platforms.

? Experience serving as an IEP team member with knowledge of special education procedures,

compliance, and procedural safeguards.

? Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs.

? Knowledge of MTSS, intervention systems, and student support strategies.

? Experience with Montessori philosophy and/or Project-Based Learning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of:

? California Education Code governing Long-Term and Short-Term Independent Study.

? California charter school compliance requirements.

? Curriculum development and differentiated instruction.

? Student engagement and attendance accounting requirements.

? Learning management systems and educational technology.

? Assessment administration and student progress monitoring.

? California special education laws and IEP implementation.

? Student intervention and MTSS frameworks.

? Effective communication and family engagement strategies.

? SchoolWise, SEIS, and Google Workspace.

? Recordkeeping and documentation required for state audits.

? Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and time management skills.

? Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Physical Requirements

? Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the workday.

? Ability to use computers, educational technology, and standard office equipment.

? Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

? Ability to travel between school sites, student meeting locations, and professional development

activities as needed.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in classroom, office, and virtual environments. Responsibilities may include virtual

instruction, student conferences, family meetings, home visits (when approved by administration), community

meetings, and occasional evening events. The position requires collaboration with staff serving students across

all grade levels from Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 12.