ZD - Field Academy Experiential Learning Instructor - Urban Peak + Expeditions (Temporary, Part-Time)

Reports to: Director of Field AcademyLocation: Urban Peak Mothership + Denver Metro Area (within approximately one hour travel)Employment Type: W-2 Temporary, Part-TimeCompensation: $24.00-$30.00/hour (based on experience and credentials)Hours: Approximately 10-32 hours/week, depending on student needsPosition Term: Through June 30, with potential to renew beginning in AugustAbout Field AcademyZero 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 ExistsField 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 OverviewThe 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-daysFull days during summer, fall, winter, or spring breaksBecause 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 experienceAre adaptable, creative, and comfortable with ambiguityCenter student strengths rather than deficitsEnjoy collaborating with community partnersAre energized by experiential, place-based learningCan shift schedules week-to-week based on student needsKey ResponsibilitiesStudent Learning & Experience (Primary Focus)Facilitate experiential, credit-earning learning aligned to academic standardsBuild inclusive group culture and strong relationships with studentsDeliver interdisciplinary learning experiences rooted in real-world contextsSupport students in demonstrating learning through portfolios, reflections, projects, and applied tasksMaintain safe, supportive environments that center student dignity, agency, and voiceProvide consistent mentorship and encouragement throughout expeditionsCommunity Partnership & LogisticsCollaborate closely with community partners, youth-serving organizations, shelters, advocacy groups, and mentoring organizationsCoordinate logistics for off-site learning experiencesSafely transport students using Field Academy-provided or rented 15-passenger vehiclesSupport day-to-day expedition logistics (materials, scheduling, site coordination)Planning & CollaborationCo-design expeditions with Field Academy staff and partnersParticipate in planning, reflection, and continuous improvement conversationsCommunicate clearly with program leadership about student progress and emerging needsRequirementsRequiredTeaching, tutoring, or facilitation experience in middle or high school settingsComfort facilitating learning outside traditional classroomsExperience working with diverse youth and communitiesStrong group facilitation and relationship-building skillsValid driver's license and ability to drive a 15-passenger vanAbility to pass criminal background and motor vehicle record checksFlexible availability, including weekends and school breaksPreferredColorado teaching license preferred (7-12 subject area strongly desired)Spanish speaking, reading, and writing abilitiesSchedule, Employment Details & CompensationEmployment type: W-2 temporary, part-time employeeHourly rate: $24.00-$30.00/hour, based on experience and credentialsHours: Varies, 10-32 hours/weekPosition term: Through June 30, with potential to renew beginning in AugustSchedule: Flexible and variable; may include weekday half-days, full days during school breaks, and 3-day weekend expeditionsConsistent hours opportunity: Approximately 10-12 hours per week available through a pilot partnership with Urban Peak, in addition to flexible expedition-based programmingPaid onboarding and training: All required onboarding, training, and planning meetings are compensated at the hourly rateTransportation: Staff will drive Field Academy-provided or rented vehicles. Mileage reimbursement is not applicable.Salary Description