Alzar School + Gap is an independent semester school that has been a leader in experiential education for high school age students, with beautiful, inspiring permanent campuses in the mountains of Idaho and in Patagonia, Chile.  Additionally, the school has a growing gap program and auxiliary programs for other demographics.  Alzar’s robust experiential education program allows students to elevate their leadership through meaningful, multi-week expeditions, weekend and after school activities, and intentional courses.  Faculty and students are passionate, engaged, and united by a commitment to the school’s foundations.  

Alzar seeks a Director of Experiential Education & Risk Management (“DEERM”), which is a dynamic, leadership position at Alzar School.  This position spans the organization, leading within the high school semester program, gap program, and short courses, and supporting Confluences River Expeditions.  The position is foundational to helping students discover their leadership potential through outdoor experiences, cultural exchange opportunities, service learning activities and more, including courses, clinics, and multi-day expeditions. 

Alzar is fortunate to operate in some of the most spectacular environments, including (but not limited to) the Wild & Scenic Main Salmon River, Boise and Payette National Forests, Patagonia National Park, the Rio Baker, and more.  The DEERM position is based out of our campus in Cascade, Idaho and involves extended periods of time in Patagonia, Chile.  The DEERM is provided housing on campus in Idaho and shared housing in Chile.  This is a twelve-month per year, full-time, exempt salaried position.  This position starts July 1, 2026 and we will offer the selected candidate a two-year initial contract.

Alzar School employees motivate, inspire, and educate our students both in and out of the classroom.  They are passionate educators who are excited to share their knowledge of content areas, enthusiasm for the outdoors, and curiosity for cultural learning.  We invite applicants from a variety of backgrounds to apply, and firmly believe that a diverse team enriches our staff community and connections with students.  Some applicants may possess skills in certain areas and less experience in others, for example: academic, outdoor, residential, leadership, or cultural, amongst others.  We look forward to the opportunity to review your application!

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About Alzar School

Alzar School is a semester school for students in 10th and 11th grades. Students are highly motivated teenagers who want to make a difference in the world. Alzar School’s campus is in Cascade, Idaho, and Patagonia, Chile and each semester includes extended cultural immersion in Chile. Faculty travel with the students to Chile, living and working there for six weeks each semester. The school uses honors and AP-level coursework, outdoor adventure, and international travel to challenge students. Our mission at Alzar School is “We build leaders who positively impact the world.”

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