Experiential Education Facilitator, Waypoint Academy - $100,000/year USD
Crossover, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Overview
On-campus position in Dripping Springs (Austin region), TX. Waypoint Academy has replaced traditional classroom lectures with adventure-driven life skills training and AI-powered personalized academics. This role focuses on coaching K-12 students through outdoor workshops and motivational goal-setting sessions, emphasizing tangible skills such as focus, communication, and teamwork. Location and compensation details: $100,000 annual compensation, disbursed weekly. Full health, dental, and vision coverage from day one. Relocation assistance is provided for those considering a move to the area. Dripping Springs offers Hill Country scenery, proximity to Austin, live music venues, and year-round outdoor recreation, with Barton Springs and other amenities nearby.
What You Will Be Doing
Facilitating 1-hour outdoor life-skills sessions (public speaking, focus, leadership, teamwork) using nature-based challenges and adventure-format activities
Conducting brief, results-focused motivation sessions guiding students toward academic targets using adaptive software
Maintaining engagement through storytelling, tailored approaches, and dynamic energy for K-12 learners
Implementing safety procedures and outdoor decision-making (route planning, weather assessments, gear inspections, Leave No Trace) per Waypoint field standards
Evaluating skill acquisition as students demonstrate real-world application of life skills
Modeling excellence and approachability as a motivating role model for students
Basic Requirements
Bachelor's degree in any discipline
Minimum 3 years of experience working with K-12 students in educational, camp, coaching, or outdoor program settings
Documented history of high achievement (academic, athletic, or professional)
Strong public speaking ability capable of energizing and maintaining attention with large student groups, indoors and outdoors
Ability to connect with K-12 learners as a constructive role model who challenges them to develop
Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship
Ability to work onsite at Waypoint Academy's campus in Dripping Springs, TX (near Austin)
Nice-to-have
First aid or wilderness safety certification
About Waypoint Academy Nature-based school that blends rigorous academics with real-world challenges.
Working with us This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The role requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation is $50 USD/hour, equating to $100,000 USD/year with 40 hours/week and 50 weeks/year. The payment period is weekly. For more details, see the Crossover help and FAQs.
Crossover Job Code: LJ-5666-US-Austin-ExperientialEd
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On-campus position in Dripping Springs (Austin region), TX. Waypoint Academy has replaced traditional classroom lectures with adventure-driven life skills training and AI-powered personalized academics. This role focuses on coaching K-12 students through outdoor workshops and motivational goal-setting sessions, emphasizing tangible skills such as focus, communication, and teamwork. Location and compensation details: $100,000 annual compensation, disbursed weekly. Full health, dental, and vision coverage from day one. Relocation assistance is provided for those considering a move to the area. Dripping Springs offers Hill Country scenery, proximity to Austin, live music venues, and year-round outdoor recreation, with Barton Springs and other amenities nearby.
What You Will Be Doing
Facilitating 1-hour outdoor life-skills sessions (public speaking, focus, leadership, teamwork) using nature-based challenges and adventure-format activities
Conducting brief, results-focused motivation sessions guiding students toward academic targets using adaptive software
Maintaining engagement through storytelling, tailored approaches, and dynamic energy for K-12 learners
Implementing safety procedures and outdoor decision-making (route planning, weather assessments, gear inspections, Leave No Trace) per Waypoint field standards
Evaluating skill acquisition as students demonstrate real-world application of life skills
Modeling excellence and approachability as a motivating role model for students
Basic Requirements
Bachelor's degree in any discipline
Minimum 3 years of experience working with K-12 students in educational, camp, coaching, or outdoor program settings
Documented history of high achievement (academic, athletic, or professional)
Strong public speaking ability capable of energizing and maintaining attention with large student groups, indoors and outdoors
Ability to connect with K-12 learners as a constructive role model who challenges them to develop
Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship
Ability to work onsite at Waypoint Academy's campus in Dripping Springs, TX (near Austin)
Nice-to-have
First aid or wilderness safety certification
About Waypoint Academy Nature-based school that blends rigorous academics with real-world challenges.
Working with us This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The role requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation is $50 USD/hour, equating to $100,000 USD/year with 40 hours/week and 50 weeks/year. The payment period is weekly. For more details, see the Crossover help and FAQs.
Crossover Job Code: LJ-5666-US-Austin-ExperientialEd
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