Education Specialist: Homeschool

**12\-month Year\-Round Academic Year** **California Remote** **Overview:** The Homeschool Education Specialist is a dynamic educator who partners with families to deliver personalized, standards\-aligned instruction in a flexible homeschool setting. This role blends instructional leadership, compliance oversight, and community engagement to ensure student success in a creative and supportive environment. **Instructional Support \& Academic Guidance** * Develop individualized learning plans aligned with state standards and student needs * Conduct bi\-weekly Learning Period (LP) meetings to review progress and adjust instruction * Provide academic support through virtual synchronous instruction and in\-person check\-ins * Monitor student mastery and engagement to assign grades and guide pacing * Support parents as primary instructors by modeling effective teaching strategies * Ensure students complete 5 core subjects per semester (TK–5\) with regular progress monitoring **Compliance Responsibilities** * Maintain accurate records: Learning Logs, AWRs, Engagement Logs, Work Samples * Take attendance based on work completion; submit documentation every LP * Upload and label student work samples in SIS for audit readiness * Prepare and participate in IEP meetings and ensure accommodations are met * Proctor state\-mandated assessments (SBAC, CAST, ELPAC, Exact Path) * Follow SARB procedures for truancy and maintain communication logs in SIS **Family \& Community Engagement** * Serve as the primary liaison for homeschool families during school hours * Host onboarding meetings and present Welcome Letters with contact info and expectations * Communicate regularly via Remind, email, and Google Meet * Organize and attend homeschool events, field trips (minimum of three), and quarterly in\-person meetings * Represent Taylion at two community events annually * Guide families through curriculum, resources, and school policies **Collaboration \& Professional Development** * Attend weekly staff meetings and Friday professional development sessions * Complete required training modules, Quizlets, and compliance videos * Collaborate with counselors, facilitators, and administrators to support student success * Contribute to WASC committees and school improvement initiatives * Maintain internal communication via Gmail and Google Chat **Essential Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field * Valid California Teaching Credential with English Learner Authorization * Experience in homeschool or independent study settings preferred * Knowledge of graduation requirements and curriculum planning * Proficient in Google Suite, Zoom, SIS, and online learning platforms (SchoolsPLP, Edmentum) * Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills **Additional Requirements** * Respond to all communications within 24 business hours * Manage instructional funds and distribute learning materials * Adhere to California Child Abuse \& Neglect R