What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hourly, Part-Time (Flexible Hour) Coaching Teacher - Independent Study/Nonclassroom Based Program position at River Oaks Academy?
Hourly, Part-Time (Flexible Hour) Coaching Teacher - Independent Study/Nonclassroom Based Program at River Oaks Academy
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Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
1/12/2026
Contact
Maria Montagne
Number of Openings
3
Salary
Pay Range
$39.44 - $53.00 Per Hour
$39.44 - $53.00 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Dependent on Experience
Length of Work Year
185 days
Employment Type
Part Time
About the Employer
Mission: River Oaks Academy is founded on the belief that all children are born with the capacity for lifelong learning. Our mission is to help children find, nurture and sustain the passion that will lead to self-motivated, fulfilling, lifelong achievement, careers and relationships. To this end, we offer a non-traditional, TK-12, personalized-learning, independent study program. River Oaks Academy's Student General Outcomes: Passion powered Academic competence Passionate, collaborative, creative, and critical thinkers Efficient in their use of information and technology. College and career ready
Job Summary
Job Summary
We are looking for Part-Time Coaching Teacher - flexible hours We are an independent, non-classroom based public charter school with two locations (Westlake Village and Oxnard). Applicant must be CA credentialed (multiple or single subject) and be willing to work at both resource centers. We are NOT a virtual program. Coaching teachers are not involved in direct instruction but are working with assigned students/families to supervise, coach and guide them as well as meet with them. Please read the job description carefully. Hours can be flexible, as can the days worked. Must be able to travel to our two locations in Ventura County (Oxnard and Westlake Village) Please read through our website to fully understand our program before applying. Start date: 1 opening now, 2 openings for 2026-2027
Requirements / Qualifications
Resume Letter of Introduction Valid CA Teaching Credential Must hold CLAD authorization Transcripts (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable) References Completed Application If you are recommended for selection, you will be required by law to be fingerprinted and participate in a test for exposure to Tuberculosis
Requirements / Qualifications
Resume Letter of Introduction Valid CA Teaching Credential Must hold CLAD authorization Transcripts (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable) References Completed Application If you are recommended for selection, you will be required by law to be fingerprinted and participate in a test for exposure to Tuberculosis
Comments and Other Information
Representative Duties:
Duties may consist of any combination of the essential functions listed below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or abilities associated with this classification, but it is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.
Promote the mission, vision and values of River Oaks Academy Charter School's Board of Directors and School Charter with students, families, teachers, staff and the community;
Explain Independent Study policies, program, and procedures to students, parents, and the public as needed;
Clarify the educational and legal responsibilities the parent or guardian assumes when signing the Master Agreement;
Assess each student’s educational needs, abilities, interests, motivation, learning style and demonstrated achievement to implement an appropriate personalized educational plan.
Offer curriculum that nurtures and stimulates the cognitive, social, emotional and cultural needs of the child as outlined in the School's Charter and that satisfy state mandates and address California’s Common Core Standards;
Provide a Personalized Learning Plan for each student enrolled in the Independent Study program;
Prepare appropriate instructional materials to enhance learning;
Ensure that master agreements and student work assignment records and Learning Records are completed accurately and in accordance with all legal requirements; check for accuracy, compliance and for any absences at each Learning Record meeting;
Perform basic attendance accounting and other business services as required;
Maintain accurate records of student assignments, agreements, and assessments;
Maintain required amounts of student work samples in student files;
Meet with the student and his/her parent(s) on a regular basis to teach, share instructional materials or provide other resources to meet the needs of the student and meet Common Core Standards;
Use existing educational training tools, classes, venues, materials, frameworks, blueprints, facilities and other resources, as needed and as required;
Use authentic assessments of students on an on-going basis. Involve both the student and his/her parent in the evaluation processes;
Inspire students to take active ownership of their learning;
Offer opportunities for home school families to be both involved and supportive of the school community;
Maintain confidentiality of records and information of staff and families;
Communicate with parents to address: instructional strategies, program policies, child development issues or other concerns related to their child;
Check and acknowledge emails and phone calls promptly during the work week;
Participate in Student Study Team (SST) and Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings as necessary;
Teach classes and workshops as per ROA policy;
Proctor state mandated assessment as per Director’s instructions;
Participate in professional development opportunities, workshops, etc. as required;
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director;
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge and skills:
Have personalized learning experiences either as a parent or teacher or both strongly desired;
Have the ability to build and create individualized curriculum based on a wide range of learning modalities and styles;
Have knowledge, experience and/or expertise in progressive/constructivist education methodologies;
Have awareness of the cognitive, social, emotional and physical needs of children;
Understand the value of providing students with the opportunity to learn by: passion-powered, project-based, multi-cultural. anti-biased, cooperative learning, integrated thematic units, with a focus on the process over the product and the goal to empower students to become lifelong learners.
Ability To:
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills;
Demonstrate unlimited patience, creativity, compassion and flexibility accompanied by a personal desire for growth;
Manage and track numerous tasks, people, individual student progress and enrichment programs while at the same time create new programs and events;
Operate a computer with a variety of software programs and communicate via email;
Work collaboratively with parents, teachers, community specialists, volunteers and staff;
Participate in professional developmental opportunities and continuously engage in reflection to improve the focus required to meet the needs of the children and families, while honoring the vision and values of the school;
Demonstrate a passion for teaching and a love of the learning process to inspire students, parents, and staff;
Nurture respectful relationships and display sensitivity and acceptance of the variety of cultural backgrounds, socioeconomic levels and personality styles.
Must be able to perform the following essential functions:
Mental ability to organize and facilitate instructional programs at multiple levels; follow school procedures, rules and requirements regarding the supervision of the instructional program and make decisions regarding student assignments, progress or other related instructional issues;
Facility to see and read, with or without vision aids, printed materials related to the instructional program;
Facility to hear and understand speech at normal levels, and other sounds as it would relate to the instructional program;
Facility to speak clearly and be understood;
Ability to sit, walk, reach, stoop, climb, bend, kneel and be mobile for extended periods of time;
Ability to attend all regular and special meetings, scheduled either during the day or after regular school hours;
Ability to observe, hear and respond appropriately to the needs of children, staff, community specialists and teachers.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities.
Special Requirements:
T.B. test clearance, every four years
Current Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and HQT requirements must be met
Fingerprint clearance for the California Department of Education
Comments and Other Information
Representative Duties:
Duties may consist of any combination of the essential functions listed below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or abilities associated with this classification, but it is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.
Promote the mission, vision and values of River Oaks Academy Charter School's Board of Directors and School Charter with students, families, teachers, staff and the community;
Explain Independent Study policies, program, and procedures to students, parents, and the public as needed;
Clarify the educational and legal responsibilities the parent or guardian assumes when signing the Master Agreement;
Assess each student’s educational needs, abilities, interests, motivation, learning style and demonstrated achievement to implement an appropriate personalized educational plan.
Offer curriculum that nurtures and stimulates the cognitive, social, emotional and cultural needs of the child as outlined in the School's Charter and that satisfy state mandates and address California’s Common Core Standards;
Provide a Personalized Learning Plan for each student enrolled in the Independent Study program;
Prepare appropriate instructional materials to enhance learning;
Ensure that master agreements and student work assignment records and Learning Records are completed accurately and in accordance with all legal requirements; check for accuracy, compliance and for any absences at each Learning Record meeting;
Perform basic attendance accounting and other business services as required;
Maintain accurate records of student assignments, agreements, and assessments;
Maintain required amounts of student work samples in student files;
Meet with the student and his/her parent(s) on a regular basis to teach, share instructional materials or provide other resources to meet the needs of the student and meet Common Core Standards;
Use existing educational training tools, classes, venues, materials, frameworks, blueprints, facilities and other resources, as needed and as required;
Use authentic assessments of students on an on-going basis. Involve both the student and his/her parent in the evaluation processes;
Inspire students to take active ownership of their learning;
Offer opportunities for home school families to be both involved and supportive of the school community;
Maintain confidentiality of records and information of staff and families;
Communicate with parents to address: instructional strategies, program policies, child development issues or other concerns related to their child;
Check and acknowledge emails and phone calls promptly during the work week;
Participate in Student Study Team (SST) and Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings as necessary;
Teach classes and workshops as per ROA policy;
Proctor state mandated assessment as per Director’s instructions;
Participate in professional development opportunities, workshops, etc. as required;
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director;
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge and skills:
Have personalized learning experiences either as a parent or teacher or both strongly desired;
Have the ability to build and create individualized curriculum based on a wide range of learning modalities and styles;
Have knowledge, experience and/or expertise in progressive/constructivist education methodologies;
Have awareness of the cognitive, social, emotional and physical needs of children;
Understand the value of providing students with the opportunity to learn by: passion-powered, project-based, multi-cultural. anti-biased, cooperative learning, integrated thematic units, with a focus on the process over the product and the goal to empower students to become lifelong learners.
Ability To:
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills;
Demonstrate unlimited patience, creativity, compassion and flexibility accompanied by a personal desire for growth;
Manage and track numerous tasks, people, individual student progress and enrichment programs while at the same time create new programs and events;
Operate a computer with a variety of software programs and communicate via email;
Work collaboratively with parents, teachers, community specialists, volunteers and staff;
Participate in professional developmental opportunities and continuously engage in reflection to improve the focus required to meet the needs of the children and families, while honoring the vision and values of the school;
Demonstrate a passion for teaching and a love of the learning process to inspire students, parents, and staff;
Nurture respectful relationships and display sensitivity and acceptance of the variety of cultural backgrounds, socioeconomic levels and personality styles.
Must be able to perform the following essential functions:
Mental ability to organize and facilitate instructional programs at multiple levels; follow school procedures, rules and requirements regarding the supervision of the instructional program and make decisions regarding student assignments, progress or other related instructional issues;
Facility to see and read, with or without vision aids, printed materials related to the instructional program;
Facility to hear and understand speech at normal levels, and other sounds as it would relate to the instructional program;
Facility to speak clearly and be understood;
Ability to sit, walk, reach, stoop, climb, bend, kneel and be mobile for extended periods of time;
Ability to attend all regular and special meetings, scheduled either during the day or after regular school hours;
Ability to observe, hear and respond appropriately to the needs of children, staff, community specialists and teachers.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities.
Special Requirements:
T.B. test clearance, every four years
Current Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and HQT requirements must be met
Fingerprint clearance for the California Department of Education
- CalSTRS Info for New Educators
Salary : $39 - $53