On-Call Field-Based Experiential Learning Instructor

Zero Dropouts; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Zero Dropouts - Field Academy is a community-embedded, experiential learning program serving high school students through immersive expeditions in the Denver Metro Area. This on-call pool role supports credit-bearing learning aligned to core standards and relies on partnerships with schools and youth organizations.

Instructors thrive outside traditional classrooms, embracing flexible scheduling, place-based projects, and strong student relationships.

Qualifications

• Teaching, tutoring, or facilitation experience in middle or high school settings.
• Comfort facilitating learning outside traditional classrooms.
• Experience working with diverse youth and communities.
• Strong group facilitation and relationship-building skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive a 15-passenger van.
• Ability to pass criminal background and motor vehicle record checks.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and school breaks.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate credit-earning learning aligned to standards.
• Build inclusive group culture and relationships.
• Deliver interdisciplinary, real-world learning experiences.
• Assess learning via portfolios, reflections, projects.
• Maintain safe, student-centered environments.
• Mentor students throughout expeditions.
• Coordinate logistics for off-site experiences.
• Collaborate with community partners.
• Transport students safely in Field Academy vehicles.
• Support expedition planning and continuous improvement.
• Communicate progress to program leadership.

Skills

Facilitation

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Outdoor/field facilitation

Education

Teaching, tutoring, or facilitation experience in middle or high school settings

Job description

Zero Dropouts - Field Academy is a community-embedded, experiential learning program serving high school students through immersive expeditions in the Denver Metro Area. This on-call pool role supports credit-bearing learning aligned to core standards and relies on partnerships with schools and youth organizations.

Instructors thrive outside traditional classrooms, embracing flexible scheduling, place-based projects, and strong student relationships.