Founder & Director - Self-Directed Microschool Leader

Changemaker Education

United States

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

48 hours ago
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Job summary

Changemaker Education seeks a Microschool Founder & Director to launch and oversee new microschools in the US West, starting in January 2027, Fall 2027, or Fall 2028. This founder role centers on transforming education with autonomy for school leaders and a focus on self-directed, experiential learning.

As a microschool incubator, Changemaker supports owners with structure, mentors, and resources to create life-changing environments rooted in love, equity, and community, guided by the Mind,

Qualifications

  • Background in working with children in any field.
  • Availability for a minimum of 10-15 hours per week to set up the microschool.
  • Commitment to full-time operation starting January 2027, Fall 2027, or Fall 2028.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to lead a new learning community.
  • Strong community connections and willingness to collaborate with mentors.

Responsibilities

  • Launch and operate a microschool starting January 2027, Fall 2027, or Fall 2028.
  • Lead the implementation of Mind, Body, Soul (MBS) curriculum integration and community-based learning.
  • Recruit and enroll families for the microschool cohort and build partnerships.
  • Oversee daily operations and collaborate with Changemaker team and mentors.

Skills

Background in working with children
Entrepreneurial mindset
Strong community connections
Full-time commitment readiness
Leadership & vision for microschools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Changemaker Education seeks a Microschool Founder & Director to launch and oversee new microschools in the US West, starting in January 2027, Fall 2027, or Fall 2028. This founder role centers on transforming education with autonomy for school leaders and a focus on self-directed, experiential learning.

As a microschool incubator, Changemaker supports owners with structure, mentors, and resources to create life-changing environments rooted in love, equity, and community, guided by the Mind,

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