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Northern United Humboldt Charter School
Certificated Vacancy Independent Study Teacher FTE: Approximately 0.5 FTE Position is paid per student (1.0 FTE = 25 students) based on a salary range of $50,000-$78,000 at 1.0 FTE Independent Study Teachers for Northern United-Humboldt Charter School are certificated teachers who work directly with students, providing individualized instruction whether in a designated learning center or a public or private facility.

Northern United Humboldt Charter School

Certificated Vacancy
Independent Study Teacher

FTE: Approximately 0.5 FTE

Position is paid per student (1.0 FTE = 25 students) based on a salary range of $50,000-$78,000 at 1.0 FTE

Independent Study Teachers for Northern United-Humboldt Charter School are certificated teachers who work directly with students, providing individualized instruction whether in a designated learning center or a public or private facility.

Job #6234	3/13/2026

Employing District	Northern United Humboldt Charter School Tamara D McFarland, Human Resources Director, personnel@nucharters.org
Salary
Qualifications	Daily schedules require flexibility and may include direct instruction in person or via electronic means at least once every 20 days consistent with the master student agreement. Additional collaborative work may regularly take place with parents, coworkers and administrators to ensure high academic performance and achievement of these students. The teacher provides direct differentiated instruction to students, and provides positive and consistent management and behavioral intervention and support. The teacher also completes all necessary paperwork as set forth by California Education Code, school policies and procedures. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Appropriate current California credential Bachelor’s degree CLAD/SDAIE authorization or EL certification RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares an educational plan Supervises and approves coursework Designs all lesson plans and assignments Maintains records of student assignments showing the date the assignment is given and the date the assignment is due Provides direct instruction necessary for individual student success Regularly meets with students and/or families to discuss progress Judges the time value of assigned work or work products completed and submitted by students as it relates to student attendance Assesses student work and determines and assigns grades or other approved measures of achievement Administers placement, formative and summative assessments Selects, saves and submits representative samples of the students’ completed and evaluated assignments for each subject, dated and graded in accordance required by California Education Code and school policies and procedures Utilizes appropriate materials to meet students’ identified needs Adapts teaching methods based on students’ identified needs and sound principles of learning Implements a program that provides continuity and consistency for students Maintains a proactive and positive relationships with students, staff, parents and community members Completes all required student related paperwork in a timely manner (including but not limited to the following: enrollment forms, student agreements, learning records, attendance roll sheets, report cards, portfolios, drop forms, transfer forms, retention and promotion forms, academic probation forms) Writes a comprehensive learning record, including goals, standards and description of specific assignments Follows all school policies and procedures Follows all timelines set forth Attend all required professional development and meetings Attend all IEP and 504 meetings as required Complete all mandated trainings Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Expertise in curriculum and instructional strategies Knowledge of school policies and procedures Knowledge of California Common Core State Standards Knowledge of California Education Code Ability to plan and teach individualized lessons for one-to-one instruction Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with minimal supervision Ability to initiate and keep to a working schedule with students, families and fellow staff Ability to compose and comprehend written communication. Ability to travel to Learning Centers. Mobility to traverse all areas of the worksite. Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Presents health, physical and mental fitness to engage in counseling service. Maintains regular and prompt attendance in the workplace. _______________________________ Northern United Charter Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, actual or perceived ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, religion, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts of America or other designated youth groups. Northern United Charter Schools’ Title IX coordinator is Shari Lovett, School Director. She can be reached at (707) 445-2660, extension 110, or by emailing slovett@nucharters.org. The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice and show proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Application Procedure	Certificated Application Form (available online at: hcoe.org/employment) Cover Letter Stating reasons for application and summarizing candidate's qualifications Resume Official/Un-Official Transcripts Required Proof of license or certificate 2-3 Letters of recommendation (suggested, but not required)
Application Deadline	3/13/2026

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Tamara McFarland, Human Resources Director Human Resources Northern United Humboldt Charter School 2120 Campton Road Eureka, CA 95503

The Humboldt County Office of Education supports the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment