Program Administrator – Field Academy

Zero Dropouts

Program Administrator launching Zero Dropouts’ experiential Field Academy for Denver-area adolescents. Teaching, advising students, managing records, and building pilot-program operations.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in curriculum design and individualized student support, with a strong focus on relationship-building and compliance with educational standards. Proficient in managing student information systems and developing operational processes to enhance educational experiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Colorado Teaching License (7-12)Curriculum Design and DeliveryStudent Information Systems (SIS)Relationship-Building SkillsTrauma-Informed Approaches

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentCase ManagementData ManagementAcademic PlanningCompliance DocumentationProgram ReportingStudent SupportEngaging Learning ExperiencesOperational Systems ImprovementProject-Based Learning

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailIndependenceInitiative

Certifications & Qualifications

Colorado Teaching License (7-12)

Industry Keywords

Alternative EducationDropout PreventionCredit RecoveryCommunity PartnershipsCulturally Responsive Learning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Recruit, enroll, onboard, and support students and families throughout their Field Academy experience
Build trusting relationships with students while maintaining high expectations for engagement, growth, and success
Provide individualized student support and case management
Review, analyze, and transfer transcripts and academic records into the student information system to determine graduation progress and academic planning needs
Design and facilitate rigorous learning experiences through classroom instruction, applied projects, expeditions, and community-based learning
Develop curriculum integrating authentic projects, community partnerships, and expedition-based learning
Collaborate with the Expeditions Manager to plan and facilitate expedition experiences
Assess student progress and adapt instruction to individual needs
Manage student records, enrollment, attendance, documentation, reporting, and student information systems
Coordinate requirements related to funding partners, compliance, audits, and program accountability
Develop and improve operational systems, documentation, and processes
Document lessons learned and refine Field Academy practices
Collaborate across Zero Dropouts’ Research & Development portfolio
Participate in planning future programs, services, and partnerships
Support onboarding, coaching, and development of future Field Academy team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Colorado Teaching License (7-12) in English/Language Arts, Social Studies or Math
Experience designing and delivering curriculum or meaningful learning experiences
Experience supporting students who have experienced barriers to academic success
Demonstrated ability to manage complex administrative processes with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
Experience maintaining student records and managing data in student information systems (SIS)
Ability to ensure compliance with program, partner, and state requirements
Strong relationship-building skills with students and families
Ability to provide teaching and individualized student support/case management
Ability to create engaging learning experiences while maintaining academic rigor and clear learning outcomes
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage details, systems, and competing priorities
Ability to work independently, solve problems, and take initiative in an evolving environment
Commitment to trauma-informed, relationship-centered, and strengths-based approaches
Preferred: experience in alternative education, reengagement, dropout prevention, credit recovery, or similar settings
Preferred: experience with project-based, experiential, expeditionary, place-based, or personalized learning
Preferred: experience developing curriculum demonstrating measurable academic growth or improved outcomes
Preferred: experience launching or building a program, initiative, or learning model
Preferred: experience with recruitment, enrollment, family engagement, or community outreach
Preferred: experience with SIS, compliance documentation, data tracking, or program reporting
Preferred: experience developing community or employer partnerships
Preferred: Spanish speaking, reading, and writing proficiency
Preferred: experience working in diverse communities and building culturally responsive learning environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company 401(k) plan with Employer Contribution Match
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Paid Time Off (Sick Time, Holidays, Flexible Vacation)
Life Insurance