[Hiring] High School Science Teacher @The Cottonwood School

Role Description

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Homestudy High School, the CVA (Cottonwood Virtual Academy) High School Teacher serves a hybrid role within CVA High School. In the advisory capacity, this credentialed teacher:

• Manages a caseload of high school students as their primary academic partner.
• Designs personalized four-year graduation plans.
• Monitors progress and supports students and families in navigating the CVA HS academy model.

In the instructional capacity, this teacher may:

• Teach synchronous live classes.
• Oversee asynchronous flex courses.
• Maintain consistent pacing, feedback, and grading across their assigned courses.

Together, these responsibilities support CVA High School's blended model of live instruction, flex-paced coursework, and community-based learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid California Single Subject Math Credential.
• EL Authorization.
• Basic proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Chat).

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
• Life & Disability insurance.
• 403(b) and 457(b) plans (with matching available for certain classifications).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending accounts for Health care and dependent care.
• Paid Time Off and sick leave benefits (for certain classifications and eligible staff).
• Pet insurance.
• Competitive salaries.