Become a Guide

Do you believe every child is a genius?

Apprentice Guides are our most important hires because we only accept those who believe they are on a Hero's Journey and have the drive, perseverance and talent to someday run their own Acton Academy.

Take The First Step

Your Path

The journey of a guide at Acton

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1

Apprentice Guide

Learn the basic skills of being a guide, and begin your own hero's journey.

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2

Lead Guide

Demonstrate mastery of the basic Acton Academy processes and show a deep respect for the genius within learners, parents, and fellow guides.

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3

Campus Guide

Elevate beyond a single studio and develop the skills to serve across the campus and lead the parent community.

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4

Campus Owner

Launch your own Acton Academy to make a bigger impact and earn more by building something you own.

How It Works

The Audition Process

Step 01

Start by taking a Short Assessment

In this step, you'll tell us a little about who you are, where you're willing to work, and your overall beliefs about learning.

Step 02

Deep Dive and Research

In this step, you'll dig deep into our learning model and describe why you believe you would be a fit to serve in an Acton Academy.

Step 03

Submit Your Final Audition

In this final step, your audition will go out to all Acton Academies in your geographic area of interest, giving you the chance to interview for a position.

Step 01 of the Audition

Start Your Short Assessment

Takes about 2 minutes. No login required.

 
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Short Assessment

Do you believe every child is a genius?

This short assessment helps Acton Academies in your area get to know you. About 2 minutes.

Experience

Do you have experience as a traditional educator? (not required)

Press A or B

Experience

How Many Years of Teaching Experience?

Press Enter to continue

Experience

Do you have experience as a Montessori teacher, homeschooler, unschooler or in another unconventional school, either as a child, a parent or a teacher? (not required)

Press A or B

Experience

How Many Years of Teaching Experience as Montessori teacher, homeschooler, unschooler or in another unconventional school?

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Background

Have you launched a business, not-for-profit organization, or led a major project?

Press A or B

Philosophy

Is failure more harmful or beneficial to a child?

Press A or B

Philosophy

What is more important, having a well trained teacher and organized curriculum or offering hard questions and difficult challenges to learners?

Press A or B

Expectations

How many hours per week would you expect to work?

Press Enter to continue

Discovery

How did you first discover Acton Academy?

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Discovery

Please specify:

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Location

Where are you located?

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Relocation

Where are you willing to relocate to? Be specific.

Press Enter to continue

Almost Done

Contact Information

We'll use this to connect you with Acton Academies in your area.

Include country code for international numbers

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a great guide?
Great guides start with a deep belief that every child has genius — a unique gift that can change the world. They bring their own story: evidence of living with purpose, taking on meaningful challenges, and growing through them. They are independent learners who self-start and model curiosity, warm encouragers who build confidence, and tough-minded challengers who set meaningful challenges and let learners struggle, fail, reflect, and grow.
Are you currently hiring?
Yes. We're always looking for extraordinary guides across the Acton Academy Network.
May I arrange a phone call or visit?
Not just yet. Once you reach Step 3 of the application process, you'll be invited to connect with hiring owners in your geographic areas of interest.
What is the pay and do you offer benefits?
Pay and benefits are set at the campus level, so they vary by location. Most campuses offer competitive pay with strong growth potential if you choose to launch or lead a campus. Most campuses maximize your take-home pay rather than offering a traditional benefits package, giving you flexibility to allocate it as you see fit.
What is the school calendar?
Most campuses run 10–11 months per year, structured as 5–6 week sessions followed by a week off, with 6–8 weeks off in summer. Guides across the network consistently say this rhythm works well — for themselves and for the learners they serve.