Prisma is the world’s most engaging virtual school. For families who feel constrained or let down by traditional in-person education, our 4-12th grade program combines a supportive community, 1:1 mentorship from amazing educators, and an innovative curriculum that brings out kids’ love of learning and prepares them to thrive in the rapidly changing world of the future.
The world is changing faster than ever, yet our current education system is not designed for rapid change. At Prisma, we have designed a school from the ground up to not only develop kids' future-ready skills (curiosity, creativity, communication & collaboration, and initiative & follow through) but to instill a desire to make a positive impact. We believe every student deserves to love school, progress at their own pace, pursue what interests them, and reach their full potential. If you believe this too and you dream of a job where you can truly have an impact, read on!
We are looking for a creative, experienced, and driven program designer and educator to join our high school team, particularly focused on designing our LaunchPad Program. As you will join our team for our high school’s second year, you’ll be getting in at the ground level & be instrumental in developing new aspects of our model.
The LaunchPad Program is a collection of experiences that prepares high school learners for the next phase, whether that be college, training programs, service, career, or entrepreneurship. This program helps learners explore their interests & strengths, navigate possible opportunities, and set & achieve goals for their future.
Context:
Prisma began in August 2020 by serving learners in grades 4-8. Based on the success of our program with kids & parents, we expanded and launched a pilot high school program in Fall 2022. Our high school began by admitting a small group of founding learners in grades 9-10 (many of whom previously attended our middle school program), but will grow to be a full 9-12th grade experience that prepares learners for college, career, or any path they want to pursue. Based on our success this year, we plan to double the size of our high school in Fall 2023.
In our high school, learners earn core credits required for graduation through project-based, interdisciplinary themes, such as Who Rules?: 2050, in which learners researched ancient civilizations and modern powers to make a prediction about the future; and The Future of Health, in which learners used a human-centered design process to develop an intervention for a patient population. Learners also participate in a weekly Life Skills course that covers everything from how to build habits using Atomic Habits to first aid.
Additionally, it is our vision that Prisma high school learners have the opportunity to pursue virtual and in-person electives, passion projects, internships, and experiential learning opportunities. We want them to be prepared to embark on a post-high school plan that matches their strengths, abilities, and interests. Each Prisma high schooler will graduate with a portfolio of interesting, rich projects & a transcript that highlights their unique strengths in a way not possible in traditional high schools.
This is where you come in. As a team, we’re excited about innovative opportunities like online electives, partnerships with companies, alternatives to college like certifications & incubator programs, and just completely rethinking what it means to “prepare for the real world,” so we hope you are too!
LaunchPad Program: Design & execute the below components of our LaunchPad program, including materials creation, facilitation of live workshops, and iteration based on learner, parent, and staff feedback: