Crossover · 4 days ago
Outdoor Education Teacher, Waypoint Academy - $100,000/year USD
Dripping Springs, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$100K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expCrossover is associated with Waypoint Academy, a nature-based school that blends rigorous academics with real-world challenges. They are seeking an Outdoor Education Teacher to coach K-12 students through adventure-driven life skills workshops and motivational sessions, focusing on personal development and engagement.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Facilitating 1-hour outdoor life-skills workshops (public speaking, focus, leadership, teamwork) using nature-based challenges and adventure-style programming
Conducting brief, high-energy coaching sessions where you guide students toward academic targets using adaptive software
Animating curriculum through storytelling, personalization, and dynamic energy that sustains K-12 student engagement
Implementing safety protocols and field judgment (route planning, weather assessment, equipment checks, Leave No Trace fundamentals) according to Waypoint's outdoor guidelines
Evaluating skill mastery by having students demonstrate real-world application of the life skill
Maintaining a high standard of excellence while serving as an approachable, motivating role model students genuinely respect
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in any subject
Minimum 3 years of experience working with K-12 students in school, camp, coaching, or outdoor programs
Proven track record of high achievement (academically, athletically, or professionally)
Compelling public speaker who can energize and hold attention for large groups of students, indoors and outdoors
Natural ability to relate to K-12 learners, their interests, and culture, not as a 'buddy' but as a positive role model who pushes them to grow
Legal right to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Willingness to work in-person at Waypoint Academy's campus in Dripping Springs, TX (near Austin)
Preferred
First aid or wilderness safety training
Benefits
Full health benefits from day one
HSA/FSA
401(k) Roth
Relocation assistance provided
Company
Crossover
Crossover is a global recruitment company, founded in 2014.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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