CVA High School Math Teacher

Cottonwoodk12; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Flexible Spending accounts

Paid Time Off and sick leave

Job summary

Cottonwoodk12 in California seeks a dedicated high school teacher for its Cottonwood Virtual Academy (CVA). You will teach synchronous online Math classes, while managing a caseload of students to assist with their personalized learning paths.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a valid California Single Subject Math Credential. This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and combines instruction with advisory duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or relevant field required.
• Valid California Single Subject Math Credential needed.
• Experience working at an independent study charter school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of high school students as primary academic partner.
• Teach online synchronous high school Math classes and oversee courses.
• Monitor and support student progress and graduation plans.

Skills

Basic proficiency in Google Workspace

Synchronous online instruction

Experience at an independent study charter school

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Valid California Single Subject Math Credential

Tools

Virtual communication platforms

LMS/SIS systems

Job description

Description

About The Cottonwood School

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.

Position Summary: 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, designing personalized four‑year graduation plans, monitoring progress, and supporting 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, or both, maintaining 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.

Seeking a high school teacher to teach online synchronous high school Math classes, asynchronous course support, grading, and advisory for CVA students.

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Start Date: August 1, 2026

Vacancies: 1

Direct Supervisor: Associate Director of Homestudy High School

Salary Range: Schedule I-A

Work Calendar: 190

Classification: Certificated

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Type: Full‑time

Location: On-site (Telecommute Eligible)

Application Requirements

• Copy of Credentials (If applicable)
• Transcripts (If applicable)
• 2 Letters of Recommendation (dated within 2 years)

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, The Cottonwood School offers eligible full‑time employees a comprehensive benefits package that can include: Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, Life & Disability insurance, 403(b) and 457(b) plans (with matching available for certain classifications), an 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, and more!

*Compensation & benefits may be prorated based on date of hire*

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about our school!

Certificated

TCS is a STRS participating employer. Certificated employees are enrolled in the California STRS.

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working at an independent study charter school
• Experience using educational technology platforms (e.g., LMS/SIS systems such as Pathways, Clever, or Google Classroom) to support instruction
• Experience providing instruction in a synchronous online setting

Employment 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