Careers
Middle School Guide (Full-Time)
Are you passionate about project-based learning and empowering middle schoolers to lead their own learning?
Pace Academy is reimagining education. We’re seeking a full-time Middle School Guide to lead a learner-driven studio for ages 11–14.
This is not a traditional teaching role. There are no grades, lectures, or behavioral charts. You’ll coach, challenge, and walk beside students on their Hero’s Journey.
What You’ll Do
Lead Socratic discussions that challenge and inspire
Facilitate interdisciplinary projects
Support learners through emotional, academic, and interpersonal growth
Reinforce processes, contracts, and self-directed systems
Complete a 10-week onboarding program and join a collaborative team
What We Value
We promise families we will honor each child’s freedom of conscience — political, religious, and economic. As a Guide, you create space for learners to discover their own values. You facilitate — not steer.
If your calling is to guide discovery, not promote personal beliefs, you’ll thrive here.
You Might Be a Fit If You
Have experience with ages 11–14 (teaching, camp, mentoring, youth leadership, etc.)
Align deeply with learner-driven education and Acton’s mission
Are energized by middle schoolers and their creative intensity
Love trying new tools — from Google Docs to Khan Academy
Know how to give clear, kind feedback and hold space for conflict
Are available full-time (Mon–Fri, 7:30 am–4 pm)
What This Role Doesn’t Include
Traditional curriculum or grading
Medical or dental benefits
Lecture-based instruction
What It Does Include
A mission-driven team
Deep training and support
The chance to change education — every day
Autonomy, creativity, and purpose
Scheduled week long breaks and paid time off
Compensation
$43,000 - $50,000 based on experience and fit
To Apply
Send your resume and a brief cover letter to careers@pacerva.com telling us:
Who you are
Your experience with preteens
Why Pace’s model speaks to you
Please note: To ensure alignment from the beginning, applications without a cover letter will not be considered for review.
Math Coach (Part-Time)
Pace Academy, an innovative Acton Academy affiliate, seeks a passionate and engaging Math Coach to inspire and guide elementary and middle school learners. This part-time position requires a commitment of 2 hours per day, M-TH 9 - 11 am.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide individualized and small group math coaching tailored to learners' unique needs.
Foster a love of learning and mathematical curiosity through hands-on activities and problem-solving.
Collaborate with guides to align math instruction with self-directed learning principles.
Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
Qualifications:
Strong proficiency in elementary and middle school math concepts that emphasize multisensory learning.
Experience working with children in a coaching or teaching capacity.
Enthusiasm for learner-driven education and Acton Academy’s mission.
Patience, creativity, and excellent communication skills.
Compensation: $25-$30 based on experience.
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief statement of your interest in learner-driven education to careers@pacerva.com.
Join Us in Reinventing Education!
We’re always excited to connect with educators and innovators who share our commitment to reimagining learning. If you’re interested in being part of a community that prioritizes creativity, collaboration, and student-led discovery, send your resume to careers@pacerva.com. We’ll keep it on hand for future roles. Stay tuned for new opportunities!