Who we are
Prisma is a new kind of education company driven by a singular mission: to create a next generation capable of solving the world's biggest problems. The world is changing faster than ever, yet our current education system is not designed for rapid change. At Prisma we have designed a new kind of K-12 education company, which is built from the ground up to not only prepare kids in the core competencies they’ll need for the 21st century (things like curiosity, problem solving, ethical decision making, communication & collaboration, designer's mindset, and initiative & follow through to name a few) but to instill in them a desire to make a large, positive impact on the world. Prisma combines the flexibility of home-based learning, the socialization of a close-knit peer group that meets daily, the support of an inspiring learning coach, and the personalization of an interests-based, adaptable curriculum. We believe that every student deserves to love school, to be able to progress at their own pace, to pursue what interests them, to have a supportive peer group, and to reach their full potential. If you believe this too and you dream of a job where you can truly have an impact on the world, read on!
We are led by two repeat founders whose most recent venture was bought by Google in one of its most expensive acquisitions to date. We are a well and self-funded, mission-driven company focused on scalable and sustainable growth.
What the role is
We are turning the typical middle school experience on its head, so this is not your average teacher role! In fact, in our model, kids are led by "Learning coaches", not teachers and they learn via live video and interactive experiences, not classrooms and textbooks.
We are currently hiring part-time workshop facilitators and learning coaches to facilitate live workshops and/or to provide feedback and mentorship to 4th-8th grade Prisma learners. We can offer anything from 4-40 hours per week depending on candidates' interests, background, and availability. We have opportunities for candidates who wish to remain part-time contractors and also for candidates who wish to transition into a full-time role.
The two contract roles we currently have available (candidates could apply for one or both) are:
Prisma workshop facilitators: lead engaging live workshops in Ethical Decision Making and/or Problem Solving to cohorts of 20-25 4th-8th graders via Prisma Live or Zoom. These workshops currently take place Monday-Thursday 9:30am-12:00pm PT / 12:30pm-3:00pm ET. We're looking for Prisma workshop facilitators who can take on 4-8 hours per week of live workshops.
Prisma part-time learning coaches mentor and advise groups of 10-20 4th-8th graders; lead daily team building "stand ups" and twice weekly interactive workshops; meet one-on-one weekly with each mentor learner; and provide regular, detailed feedback on Prisma projects and writing missions.
This is a perfect role for anyone who wants to have a meaningful, lifelong impact on the lives of young people!
What you'll do
Workshop Facilitator Role:
- Facilitate engaging live learning experiences in Ethical Decision Making and/or Problem Solving (simulations, games, discussions, interactive activities) via Prisma Live or Zoom. All Prisma workshops include detailed lesson plans and materials developed by our curriculum team.
Learning Coach Role:
- Provide advice, life coaching, feedback, and mentorship to a cohort of 10-20 mentor learners
- Facilitate engaging live learning experiences in theme-specific and writing workshops via Prisma Live or Zoom. All Prisma workshops include lesson plans and materials developed by our curriculum team.
- Lead daily live, virtual "stand ups" for team building and culture setting with your cohort
- Facilitate twice weekly theme specific and writing workshops for your cohort
- Help learners to set and meet their academic goals
- Provide regular detailed written & verbal feedback to learners on their work
- Provide updates to parents and meet with them as needed
- Support each learner as they prepare for successful adult lives
Who the ideal candidate is
You are:
- Adept at facilitating discussions and encouraging kids to think for themselves (previous experience with virtual facilitation/teaching is a big plus but not a requirement)
- Engaging and know what it takes to make learning exciting and fun for kids
- Tech savvy and a strong believer in the power of technology to enhance kids’ learning
- Passionate about alternative models of education
- Smart, intellectually curious, quick on your feet
- Adaptable, eager to learn, open to candid feedback and comfortable with change
- Comfortable with the rapid pace and constant change of a startup
- Very reliable and hard working
- A creative, open-minded thinker who questions the status quo
- Comfortable working in a distributed team (now and post-COVID) and desire a job with a high level of personal agency
Learning Coach candidates specifically are also:
- Amazing at forming positive and motivating relationships with kids
- Able to give clear, detailed, kid-friendly feedback that challenges kids appropriately
- A strong writer with a clear understanding of how to support and challenge kids to grow in their ability as writers
- Great at providing advice, inspiration and mentorship to kids
- Comfortable interacting with parents
Beyond possessing these skills, if you also exude these traits, we want to talk with you!
- Gutsy: Unafraid to speak up, take risks and think differently
- Humble: Quick to give credit and slow to pass blame
- Can-do: Optimistic, bring solutions, not problems, and always find a way
- Team player: Care about, respect, help, and speak candidly with others
- Driven: Go above and beyond to achieve our mission
How we compensate
- Competitive hourly rate
- Semi-flexible work schedule
- Work from home or anywhere in your local area
