Adventure Learning Instructor, Waypoint Academy - $100,000/year USD jobs in United States
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Crossover · 10 hours ago

Adventure Learning Instructor, Waypoint Academy - $100,000/year USD

Crossover is seeking an Adventure Learning Instructor for Waypoint Academy, a nature-based school that integrates rigorous academics with real-world challenges. In this role, you will coach K-12 students through experiential outdoor workshops and motivational sessions, helping them unlock their potential through adventure-driven learning.

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Responsibilities

Facilitating 1-hour outdoor life-skills workshops (public speaking, focus, leadership, teamwork) using nature-based challenges and adventure-style activities
Conducting brief, high-energy motivation sessions where you guide students toward academic targets using adaptive software
Making curriculum engaging through storytelling, personalization, and dynamic energy that maintains K-12 student engagement
Implementing safety protocols and outdoor decision-making (route planning, weather assessments, gear inspections, Leave No Trace fundamentals) according to Waypoint's field standards
Evaluating skill mastery by having students demonstrate they can transfer the life skill to real-world situations
Maintaining high standards of excellence while serving as a relatable, motivating role model students genuinely respect

Qualification

Public speakingK-12 education experienceLeadershipTeamworkFirst aid trainingWilderness safety training

Required

Bachelor's degree in any field
At least 3 years of experience working with K-12 students in educational, camp, coaching, or outdoor program settings
Documented track record of high achievement (academic, athletic, or professional)
Strong public speaking ability with capacity to energize and maintain attention for large student groups, both indoors and outdoors
Innate ability to connect with K-12 learners, their interests, and culture—not as a peer but as a positive role model who challenges them to develop
Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship
Commitment to working on-site at Waypoint Academy's campus in Dripping Springs, TX (near Austin)

Preferred

First aid or wilderness safety training

Benefits

Health benefits from day one
HSA/FSA
401(k) Roth
Relocation assistance provided

Company

Crossover

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Crossover is a global recruitment company, founded in 2014.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Brad Weinert
COO
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