Educator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee an advisory group and cultivate a safe, supportive community.

• Create and sustain personalized learning plans while assisting students in establishing and reviewing their learning objectives.

• Deliver interdisciplinary, thematic, student-focused, and place-based educational experiences in collaboration with a team.

• Mentor and guide students in their personal and mastery projects that are driven by their interests.

• Develop learning activities that align with the TGS learning targets.

• Incorporate global perspectives and culturally relevant, inclusive content into the programming.

• Evaluate and track student learning outcomes utilizing approved TGS software.

• Communicate assessment results to parents and facilitate student self-reflection and assessment.

• Adhere to safety protocols, emergency action plans, and responsibilities while on duty.

• Collaborate with TGS departments, in-country coordinators, community partners, and vendors.

• Engage in technology professional development and disseminate technology best practices.

• Supervise students, promote their health and well-being, and take part in the Inside Out program.

• Contribute to ongoing school improvement efforts, planning, shared decision-making, inspections, and reviews.

• Design, lead, and oversee 5–10 day excursions for groups of 10–15 students.

• Maintain academic records, document student journal entries, and ensure effective communication with parents.

• Assist onsite in-country coordinators with transportation, accommodation, medical support, and technology logistics.

• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficiency in distance and online teaching methodologies.

• Familiarity with virtual tools that enhance online learning.

• Adaptability to modify teaching and counseling methods in response to emerging technologies.

• Capability to create and deliver educator-led workshops centered on project-based learning, assessment, student-driven initiatives, and technology integration.

• Exceptional leadership, organizational abilities, and meticulous attention to detail.

• Flexibility, adaptability, and openness to change.

• Strong motivation, initiative, follow-through, and commitment to the role.

• Understanding of TGS programs and skill requirements.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, providing and receiving constructive feedback.

• Capacity to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Familiarity with educational opportunities in assigned countries.

• Leadership and organizational skills for managing small and large groups.

• Proficiency with Google applications, particularly Calendaring, Spreadsheets, and Forms.

• Capability to self-assess technology skills and a strong motivation to acquire new skills.

• Willingness and ability to live and work in a communal environment that serves as both a professional workplace and a home for students and staff.

• Ability to frequently lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Capability to carry 20–65 pounds across varying terrains.

• Ability to board and exit a boat with minimal assistance and to right oneself in the event of a boat tipping.

• Ability to work off trail at altitudes of 7,000–14,000 feet.

• Current WFR, TMFR, or CPR certification is recommended.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development in technology, virtual, and distance learning.

• Participation in the Inside Out student wellness and social intelligence program.

• Opportunities to travel and lead 5–10 day student excursions.

• Communal living and working environment with students and staff.