Head of Experiential Education & Innovation

The Alexander Dawson School LLC; Lafayette (CO); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Dawson School in Lafayette, CO, seeks a passionate Director of Experiential Education to lead K-12 programs, the Challenge Course, and ExEd curriculum, joining a collaborative Leadership Team. This exempt, 12-month role focuses on shaping experiential learning across divisions within a supportive, growth‑oriented culture.

You will design competency‑based learning, coordinate Winterim and outdoor education, mentor faculty, manage safety and logistics, and advance a culture of inquiry, belonging,

Responsabilités

• Direct and coordinate the K-12 Winterim program.
• Direct all K-12 Outdoor Education programs, including class trips and overnight excursions.
• Oversee the operation, safety, and programming of the school’s Challenge Course.
• In collaboration with CTL, Division Directors, and the Head of School, design and coordinate the annual beginning-of-year Faculty Retreat.
• Design and lead an annual overnight Student Council leadership trip during the summer.
• Design, build out, and implement a comprehensive, vertically-aligned K-12 scope and sequence for Experiential Education.
• Develop a robust, K-12 Competency-Based Learning (CBL) curriculum and assessment model for all ExEd programs.
• Coordinate and design a school-wide "Presentation of Learning" event to showcase Winterim student work and competencies.
• Manage logistics such as equipment packing and repair, food planning and packing, trip administration, medical and emotional oversight, and parent communication.
• Design and implement annual, grade-level class retreats.
• Actively seek and build out new Experiential Education opportunities, both within the classroom and across grade levels.

Description du poste

Dawson School in Lafayette, CO, seeks a passionate Director of Experiential Education to lead K-12 programs, the Challenge Course, and ExEd curriculum, joining a collaborative Leadership Team. This exempt, 12-month role focuses on shaping experiential learning across divisions within a supportive, growth‑oriented culture.

You will design competency‑based learning, coordinate Winterim and outdoor education, mentor faculty, manage safety and logistics, and advance a culture of inquiry, belonging,