Are you interested in becoming an acton academy guide?

• Prepare the studio environment so that expectations are clear and learners are set up for success.

• Facilitate Socratic group discussions.

• Practice the Socratic method at all times (instead of answering questions, guiding students to find the answers themselves).

• Launch quests (project-based learning).

• Guide children in self-governance.

• Guide students in setting goals, tracking their progress, and creating portfolios of their work.

• Guide children in creating meaningful exhibitions of their work.

• Seek to pass the responsibility for the studio and for learning to students as quickly as possible, so as to allow students to lead themselves.

• Model being an independent learner on a hero’s journey and uphold Acton’s promises to students and families.

• Write or contribute to weekly blog posts.

• Communicate/meet with parents, as necessary.

• Has proven excellence in guiding children in or out of a school environment.

• Has evident passion for being on a hero’s journey.

• Loves to experiment, evaluate, and improve on everything she/he does.

• Has a deep respect for all children, an empathy for the challenges children face in their lives, and a commitment to gentle, compassionate limit setting.

• Learns quickly and works hard.

• Has proven excellence in written and oral communication skills.

• Is an active reader.

• Is an independent learner who can take direction but can also work with little direct guidance.

• Is willing to be coached and mentored.

• Is willing to work in an 11-month program (with time off for holidays; winter, spring, and summer breaks; etc.).

AAFTL offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience PLUS a bonus structure based on performance. The position also includes opportunities for professional development, growth, and advancement for Guides who potentially interested in become future Acton owners themselves (with up to $40,000 vested towards ownership).