Employment

About (HS)²
The High School High Scholar Program ((HS)²) is a five-week, residential, STEM-focused summer academic program designed to prepare high-achieving, first-generation and/or low-income high school students for college success. Scholars live and learn on the Colorado Rocky Mountain School campus in Carbondale, CO, developing the academic skills, confidence, and independence needed to thrive in higher education.

Position Overview
The (HS)² Writing Instructor teaches either Writing I or Writing II, foundational courses designed to strengthen students' writing skills and cultivate writing as a form of empowerment. Both courses are grounded in the belief that writing enables individuals to communicate their ideas clearly and confidently, regardless of field of study, career path, or personal interest. 

Writing I focuses on building core writing skills and practices, emphasizing clarity, structure, revision, and confidence. Students develop the tools necessary to communicate their thoughts and ideas with fluidity and voice, while engaging in English Language Arts, creative writing, and social-emotional reflection.

Writing II builds on these foundations with a deeper focus on personal narrative and voice. Students explore storytelling as a means of self-definition and empowerment, culminating in a public writing showcase. The course also serves as preparation for drafting personal statements in the college application process the following summer.

Across both courses, instructors foster a safe, inclusive classroom community where students feel inspired to take intellectual and creative risks. 

Key Responsibilities

• Teach one writing course meeting 110 minutes per day, Monday through Friday
• Design engaging, skill-building lessons that emphasize clarity, structure, voice, and revision
• Provide individualized feedback that supports growth and confidence
• Foster a supportive classroom environment centered on belonging and creative expression
• Support students during evening study hall two nights per week
• Chaperone one off-campus trip and one on-campus social event
• Collaborate with faculty and mentor a Teaching Assistant, when assigned

Qualifications
Strong candidates will:

• Have experience teaching writing at the high school or college level
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of writing pedagogy, including revision and feedback practices
• Value writing as a tool for self-expression and empowerment
• Be committed to building a supportive, community-centered classroom
• Bring an equity-minded, student-centered approach to working with first-generation and/or low-income students
• Be comfortable teaching in an immersive residential setting

Compensation & Dates

• Compensation: $2,500–$5,500, based on the number of courses taught and commensurate with experience
• Housing and all meals are provided
• Faculty Dates: June 18 – July 26
• Student Program: June 22 – July 25

Application Process
Applicants should complete the Teacher Application Form by March 15. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

Questions may be directed to Annie Oppenheim, Program Director.

About (HS)²
The High School High Scholar Program (HS)², is a five-week, residential, STEM-focused summer academic program designed to prepare high-achieving, first-generation and/or low-income high school students for college success. Scholars live on campus, complete rigorous coursework, and develop the academic, social, and independent living skills needed to thrive in higher education.

Position Overview
Residential Advisors/Teaching Assistants (RAs/TAs) play a central role in supporting students across all aspects of their residential and academic experience. This is a high-energy, immersive position that combines overnight dormitory supervision, in-class academic support, and mentorship in a close-knit campus community. RAs/TAs work closely with faculty and program leadership to foster a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for students.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve on overnight dormitory duty three nights and mornings per week, plus three full weekends; bathroom facilities and common spaces are shared with students
• Assist faculty as a Teaching Assistant for up to two hours per day, five days per week, in one of the following areas: Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Writing, or College Counseling
  • Some positions may support Active Curriculum in lieu of classroom TA duties
• Support students during evening study hall three nights per week
• Chaperone off-campus activities and transport students using a 14-passenger vehicle (training provided)
• Serve as a mentor and point of contact for students navigating academic, social, and residential challenges

Qualifications
Successful RAs/TAs bring strong academic skills, high stamina, and a genuine interest in mentoring first-generation, college-bound students. Ideal candidates will:

• Have completed a minimum of three years of college by the start of the program
• Be at least 21 years of age at the start of employment
• Hold a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive program vehicles
• Enjoy working closely with adolescents in a residential setting
• Demonstrate responsibility, flexibility, and professionalism
• Be comfortable balancing academic support with residential supervision
• Contribute positively to a demanding, collaborative program environment

Compensation & Dates

• Compensation: $3,000–$3,500, depending on assigned responsibilities
• Housing and all meals are provided
• RA/TA Dates: June 17 – July 26
• Student Program: June 22 – July 25

Application Process
Applicants are encouraged to review the (HS)² website prior to applying. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled, with priority given to applications received by March 15.

Selected candidates will be contacted via email to schedule an interview, typically conducted via Zoom. While the program is five weeks long, it is intensive and requires flexibility, commitment, and resilience.

RA/TA Application: Applicants should complete the RA/TA Application form by March 15.

Questions may be directed to Annie Oppenheim, Program Director.