Experiential Education Coordinator (starting August 2026)

St. John’s School - Faith and Virtue; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John’s School - Faith and Virtue in New York, NY, seeks a passionate Experiential Education Coordinator to lead outdoor and experiential education. This role involves developing mission-aligned learning opportunities, organizing trips for grades 5-9, and managing logistics for off-campus programs. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in education, with strong leadership and communication skills. The position requires involvement in the school community and occasional work on nights and weekends. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in education or a related field.
• Ability to work for extended periods, including nights and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement experiential learning opportunities.
• Organize and lead outdoor trips for grades 5-9.
• Manage logistics and operations for off-campus programs.
• Establish safety and risk management protocols.
• Participate in community events.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of student safety

Risk management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Experiential Education Coordinator (starting August 2026)

4/19/2026 St. John’s School seeks an Experiential Education Coordinator with a passion for student-centered, hands‑on learning beyond the traditional classroom. Experiential education is a key component of the School’s mission to develop the whole child through authentic, challenging off‑campus experiences that foster a sense of self‑worth and personal responsibility. The Experiential Education Coordinator leads outdoor and experiential education in support of the school‑wide curriculum. In addition to relevant experience and a strong educational background, successful candidates must demonstrate a passion for working with students and a commitment to furthering the School’s mission, including its strategic initiatives on community and inclusion. St. John’s seeks educators who are innovative, open to feedback, and eager for professional collaboration.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Partner with divisional leadership teams to develop and implement mission‑aligned experiential learning opportunities that foster teamwork, resilience, and leadership skills
• Organize and lead grade‑level outdoor trips in grades 5-9
• Collaborate with the service‑learning coordinator to synergize community engagement and experiential learning opportunities
• Manage logistics, budgets, and program operations for various off‑campus programs
• Establish and maintain safety, health, and risk management protocols for experiential programs, including trip planning and emergency preparedness
• Serve as a visible leader in the life of the School, participating fully in community events
• Teach and/or coach

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 5 years of experience in education or a related field
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Knowledge of student safety, risk management, and duty of care
• Ability to work for extended periods of time, including weeknights and weekends when required

How to Apply:

Please send a resume and cover letter expressing your interest to [e-mail].