Job Description:
Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy (GCOA) is a free, public, outdoor-based charter school located in Page, AZ. GCOA serves Kindergarten through 8th grade students and is hiring for Academic Coach/ Interventionist OR Director of Student Services, depending on qualifications and school needs. We are an EL education inspired school using a full expeditionary model to provide an outdoor themed, integrated core curriculum, facilitated through a four-day school week.
We are looking for interested teacher candidates with an appreciation for the outdoors, enthusiasm, a growth mindset, and a collaborative and flexible attitude. Our thematic units are supported by our amazing geographic and cultural surroundings of Northern AZ, centered within what is known as the Grand Circle. Family and community engagement is prioritized to cultivate a collaborative learning environment for each child.
Academic Interventionist/ Instructional Coach
Contract days/times: 10 month contract, full time, eligible for benefits
Salary: TBD, based on experience and education
Position Summary:
The Academic Interventionist/ Coach is a collaborative educational leader who partners with teachers, staff, and school leadership to strengthen instructional practices and enhance student learning.
In addition to providing individualized coaching, facilitating professional development, and supporting curriculum implementation, this role includes supervisory responsibilities over classroom and outdoor paraprofessionals and interventionists and coordination of assessment and intervention programs.
The Academic Interventionist/ Coach serves as a resource, mentor, and guide for teachers and support staff, helping to identify strengths, address challenges, and promote continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate is highly skilled in pedagogy, data-informed decision-making, adult learning principles, and staff leadership, with the ability to build trusting relationships and foster a culture of reflective practice.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Education; Master’s preferred
Strong knowledge of curriculum, instructional best practices, assessment strategies, and intervention programs
Experience in teaching, coaching, mentoring, and supervising support staff
Knowledge of state and federal assessments, EL programming, and Title I interventions
Ability to analyze data to inform instruction and professional growth
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational, time management, and leadership skills
Ability to build trusting relationships with educators, support staff, and students
Experience facilitating professional development and adult learning sessions
Knowledge of educational technology and its integration into instruction
Commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching practices
Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card
ADE Teaching Certificate
Director of Student Services
Contract days/times: 10 month contract, full time, eligible for benefits
Salary: TBD, based on experience and education
Position Summary:
The Director of Student Services provides leadership, coordination, and oversight of student support programs and services to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while promoting student success and equitable access to education. This position oversees special education services, English Learner programs, assessment coordination, MTSS implementation, and state reporting requirements. The Director works collaboratively with administrators, teachers, related service providers, families, and outside agencies to support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field. Valid Arizona teaching certificate.
Minimum of three years of experience in special education, student services, or related educational leadership roles.
Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, EL regulations, MTSS, and Arizona state testing requirements.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and community agencies.
Experience with data analysis, compliance monitoring, and state reporting systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Special Education, or related field.
Arizona administrative certification.
Experience serving as a special education coordinator, EL coordinator, assessment coordinator, or related leadership role.
Knowledge of Arizona Department of Education systems and reporting requirements. Experience supervising staff and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
Experience with MTSS implementation and instructional intervention systems.
Full-time positions include medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with matching, and PTO.
Additional information can be found at https://gcoacademy.org.
TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to SusanPilkington@gcoacademy.org.
Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.