DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Esalen Institute(8 days ago)

RemoteFull TimeDirector$94,788 - $129,236 (estimated)Education

About this role

The Director of Education at Esalen leads the institute’s educational vision and ensures programs align with Esalen’s mission of human potential and transformative learning. This role provides strategic leadership for all educational programming, including public workshops, self-guided experiences, fellowships, and residences, and works closely with the Programs Committee and senior leadership. The position is remote with required on-site visits to Big Sur, CA every three months.

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Required Skills

Educational Strategy
Curriculum Design
Experiential Learning
Program Management
Data Analysis
Faculty Selection
Team Leadership
Stakeholder Management

Qualifications

Master's Degree

About Esalen Institute

esalen.org

Esalen Institute is a nonprofit retreat and educational center on the Big Sur coast that offers workshops, residential programs, and self-guided experiences focused on human potential, personal growth, and contemplative practice. Founded in 1962, it integrates psychology, somatics, spirituality, arts, ecology, and bodywork to support emergent transformation and inner exploration. The campus—known for its scenic coastal setting and hot springs—hosts courses, events, scholarships, and on-site lodging that attract practitioners, scholars, and seekers from around the world.