Administrative Assistant - Community 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
Under the direction of the Director of Community, this position performs a variety of secretarial and administrative assistant duties. This position will serve as a receptionist at the Community Connect Center when in use. This position coordinates with the receptionist when scheduling campus facilities for events, workshops, and classes. This position provides essential support to the entire Community Department. This position supports The Cottonwood School, employees, parents, and the community by conveying information regarding school functions and procedures.
Requirements / Qualifications
Application Requirements - Transcripts (If applicable) - 2 Letters of Recommendation (dated within 2 years) Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Two (2) to three (3) years of experience in a related field or position, demonstrating increasing independence and responsibility - Or an equivalent combination of education and experience - Basic proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Chat, or similar tools) Preferred Qualifications - Experience working at The Cottonwood School - Associate's degree or completion of college coursework in a related field - Basic proficiency in Canva or similar graphic creation software Employment Requirements - SB 484 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
Requirements / Qualifications
Application Requirements - Transcripts (If applicable) - 2 Letters of Recommendation (dated within 2 years) Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Two (2) to three (3) years of experience in a related field or position, demonstrating increasing independence and responsibility - Or an equivalent combination of education and experience - Basic proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Chat, or similar tools) Preferred Qualifications - Experience working at The Cottonwood School - Associate's degree or completion of college coursework in a related field - Basic proficiency in Canva or similar graphic creation software Employment Requirements - SB 484 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
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
8/17/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$22.00 - $25.24 Per Hour
$22.00 - $25.24 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
Classified
Employment Type
Full Time