Seasonal Substitute

Williamsburg Learning Academy is a full-time online program serving students in grades 6-12, designed to provide a flexible, high-quality education centered on purpose, leadership, and meaningful growth. As part of the Williamsburg Learning network, it delivers an award-winning curriculum used by partner schools nationwide, including tuition-free public school options in states like Arizona.

Learning is both rigorous and flexible. Mentors do more than teach—they help students think critically, engage in discussion, and develop clarity in their ideas.

The program emphasizes learning how to think, not what to think, using discussion-based instruction, classic texts, and engaging content that fosters curiosity and intellectual growth. This is paired with a strong focus on leadership and personal development.

A defining feature of the experience is the balance between online learning and real-world connection. Through in-person "Adventures" and community experiences, students build relationships, explore new environments, and apply their learning in meaningful ways.

Williamsburg Adventures (WAD) Substitutes are outdoor and leadership enthusiasts who support an Adventures Lead and/or Guide when needed in one of our Adventures courses. Students in this course will earn PE credit for participating in activities like rock climbing, hiking, skiing, survival skills, first-aid, outdoor games, and more. Students will earn elective leadership credit for activities such as attending museums, visiting colleges, going on field trips, service projects, and applying leadership skills in simulations and various activities.

Adventures Substitutes are required to complete all Safe Schools Training. If the substitute is long-term, the Adventures Coordinator will provide a training schedule.

Adventures Substitutes are expected to arrive 30 minutes before the start of the adventure they are subbing for, and help clean up and care for the equipment.

Adventures Substitutes should conduct themselves so that they earn the full trust of the group by serving as role models to students and fostering a sense of belonging among them at each adventure.

Adventures Substitutes extend their influence and contribute to a sense of community.

At least 18 years old and one full year post-high school

Outdoor and/or leadership experience preferred

Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills

Ability to provide transformational mentoring to youth

Energy and enthusiasm for outdoor experiences and personal growth

Comfort using technology platforms including SIS, Canvas, Zoom, Remind, and Google Suite (training provided)

Position Structure & Time Commitment

Additional seasonal duties may offer opportunities for increased hours

Mileage reimbursement provided for travel to and from adventure locations from your home address

Ability to perform physical activities, including walking, hiking, running, standing for extended periods, lifting, and bending

Ability to maintain continuous visual supervision of students

Ability to hear and respond to students in active indoor and outdoor environment

401(k) Retirement and Paid Time Off.

21 per hour