ZD - Field Academy Experiential Learning Instructor — Urban Peak + Expediti at Zero Dropouts LLC

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Experiential Learning Facilitation, Credit-Bearing Instruction, Group Facilitation, Relationship Building, Curriculum Alignment, Place-Based Learning, Applied Projects, Student Mentorship, Community Partnership Collaboration, Logistics Coordination, Vehicle Operation, Adaptability, Student Coaching, Interdisciplinary Instruction

Industry

education

Description

Description Reports to: Director of Field Academy Location: Urban Peak Mothership + Denver Metro Area (within approximately one hour travel) Employment Type: W-2 Temporary, Part-Time Compensation: $24.00–$30.00/hour (based on experience and credentials) Hours: Approximately 10–32 hours/week, depending on student needs Position Term: Through June 30, with potential to renew beginning in August About Field Academy Zero Dropouts - Field Academy is a community-embedded, experiential learning program serving high school students through immersive, credit-bearing expeditions. We partner with schools and youth-serving organizations to create learning experiences grounded in academic rigor, lived experience, and real-world relevance. Why This Role Exists Field Academy exists to re-engage high school students through credit-earning, community-based learning experiences that restore momentum toward graduation and build belonging, agency, and purpose. The Experiential Learning Instructor plays a central role in bringing this vision to life—facilitating interdisciplinary learning expeditions across the Denver Metro Area, building strong relationships with students, and partnering with community organizations to create meaningful, real-world learning opportunities. This role is designed for educators who thrive outside traditional classrooms, value relational learning, and are energized by flexible, responsive programming shaped by student needs. Position Overview The Field Academy Experiential Learning Instructor facilitates credit-bearing learning experiences aligned to grades 9–12 English/Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies standards through community partnerships, place-based learning, and applied projects. This role includes a consistent weekly commitment of approximately 10–12 hours supporting a pilot partnership with Urban Peak, alongside opportunities for additional Field Academy programming as student needs and community partnerships grow. Through the Urban Peak pilot, the Instructor works directly with young people experiencing housing instability—supporting educational planning, collaborating with shelter staff to design experiential learning opportunities, and helping students build pathways back into education through relationship-based coaching and applied learning. In addition to this weekly anchor, Instructors will have the opportunity to facilitate Field Academy expeditions and learning experiences as new partnerships and contracts come online. These additional hours are offered based on program growth, student enrollment, and Instructor availability, and may occur: Over 3-day weekends (Friday–Sunday) During weekday half-days Full days during summer, fall, winter, or spring breaks Because Field Academy programming is responsive to student needs and emerging partnerships, these additional expedition-based hours do not follow a consistent daily or weekly schedule. Together, this role blends predictable weekly engagement through Urban Peak with flexible, community-embedded learning experiences, offering meaningful work for educators who thrive in relationship-centered, real-world learning environments. You’ll Thrive in This Role If You: Believe learning happens through relationships and lived experience Are adaptable, creative, and comfortable with ambiguity Center student strengths rather than deficits Enjoy collaborating with community partners Are energized by experiential, place-based learning Can shift schedules week-to-week based on student needs Key Responsibilities Student Learning & Experience (Primary Focus) Facilitate experiential, credit-earning learning aligned to academic standards Build inclusive group culture and strong relationships with students Deliver interdisciplinary learning experiences rooted in real-world contexts Support students in demonstrating learning through portfolios, reflections, projects, and applied tasks Maintain safe, supportive environments that center student dignity, agency, and voice Provide consistent mentorship and encouragement throughout expeditions Community Partnership & Logistics Collaborate closely with community partners, youth-serving organizations, shelters, advocacy groups, and mentoring organizations Coordinate logistics for off-site learning experiences Safely transport students using Field Academy–provided or rented 15-passenger vehicles Support day-to-day expedition logistics (materials, scheduling, site coordination) Planning & Collaboration Co-design expeditions with Field Academy staff and partners Participate in planning, reflection, and continuous improvement conversations Communicate clearly with program leadership about student progress and emerging needs Requirements Required 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 Preferred Colorado teaching license preferred (7–12 subject area strongly desired) Spanish speaking, reading, and writing abilities Schedule, Employment Details & Compensation Employment type: W-2 temporary, part-time employee Hourly rate: $24.00–$30.00/hour, based on experience and credentials Hours: Varies, 10–32 hours/week Position term: Through June 30, with potential to renew beginning in August Schedule: Flexible and variable; may include weekday half-days, full days during school breaks, and 3-day weekend expeditions Consistent hours opportunity: Approximately 10–12 hours per week available through a pilot partnership with Urban Peak, in addition to flexible expedition-based programming Paid onboarding and training: All required onboarding, training, and planning meetings are compensated at the hourly rate Transportation: Staff will drive Field Academy–provided or rented vehicles. Mileage reimbursement is not applicable.

Responsibilities

The instructor will facilitate credit-earning, interdisciplinary learning expeditions aligned with academic standards (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) through community partnerships and applied projects. A primary focus involves working directly with students experiencing housing instability at Urban Peak through relationship-based coaching and educational planning.