The Social Studies Department of Colorado Academy seeks candidates for the position of Upper School Social Studies teacher. This is a full-time, ongoing appointment consisting of advising, four teaching sections, and participation in Interim, our weeklong experimental education program each spring.

The High Mountain Institute is seeking a Kitchen and Wilderness Fellow, a 10 month fellowship in the HMI Semester and Gap Programs. The ideal job candidate would be interested in developing skills in the areas of food service, wilderness instruction, and education. Responsibilities include on-campus food service, expedition rationing, menu planning, food ordering, budgeting, training others, kitchen curriculum development, leading extended wilderness expeditions, and various residential life duties.

The High Mountain Institute is seeking an English Faculty Member, a full-time teaching opportunity at the High Mountain Institute. This position is based on HMI’s campus in Leadville, CO; on-campus housing is included in the compensation package. Reporting to the Director of Academics and Faculty, responsibilities include teaching English classes, leading extended wilderness expeditions, and various residential life duties.


The ideal job candidate has prior experience in classroom teaching, wilderness instruction, and participation in a residential life environment.

The High Mountain Institute is seeking a Director of Admissions & Financial Aid, a full-time administrative, FLSA-exempt position, starting in Summer 2026. This position is based on HMI’s campus in Leadville, CO; on-campus housing is included in the compensation package. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director is responsible for overseeing all marketing, recruiting, admissions, and financial aid initiatives for the school in order to maximize enrollment and meet strategic enrollment priorities. The Director serves as a senior school leader and supervises two or more associates.