Embark Center for Self-Directed Education Job Posting
Position: Intern
in Leesburg, Virginia, is a democratic, self-directed learning environment where people ages ten to eighteen design their own individual and community-based learning experiences. We prioritize authentic, real-life learning over traditional academics, providing members with the time and space to explore who they are, what they love, and how to achieve their goals within a mixed-age community of friends, peers, volunteers, and staff. We are seeking an individual who is familiar with—or willing to learn about—self-directed education (unschooling), youth rights, restorative practices (such as restorative justice and nonviolent communication), and consent-based decision-making (sociocracy). At Embark Center, youth create their own routines and are supported in taking on challenges at their own pace. We do not offer grades, credits, or diplomas. Our center operates using Restorative Practices, Nonviolent Communication, and Sociocratic Governance for day-to-day management and conflict resolution.
Job specifics: In-person. 20 hours per week, September-May. We will collaborate with our intern to create working hours and duties that suit them. Applicants must be 18 years or older.
Pay: $25 to $30 per hour
Responsibilities may include:
- Facilitating classes/workshops
- Being present in the building during open hours
- 1:1 Mentor Relationships
- Periodic Family Meetings
- Tutoring individual members in specific areas of mutual interest
- Attending field trips
- Administrative duties
- Periodic Community Social Events
Administrative duties include:
- Board and staff meetings
- Marketing/Outreach
- Volunteer Management
- Financial Management
- Communication
Click here to apply: https://forms.gle/ZSzbFxtwrCWghSw86
Embark Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and encourages applications from all candidates. Embark Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or disability unrelated to performance of the position.
Job Types: Part-time, Internship
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
Experience:
- working with children and teens: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Leesburg, VA 20175 (Required)
Work Location: In person
