Team Leader

Team Leader

About Mountain Lake Academy

Mountain Lake Academy is a year-round, experiential-based boarding school dedicated to supporting boys in grades 7–12. Nestled in the heart of the Adirondack High Peaks, our program leverages the power of the great outdoors to foster lasting personal growth. Our students engage in a wide range of activities—including hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, skiing, snowshoeing, and multi-day expeditions—designed to build resilience, life skills, and a sense of achievement.

What You’ll Do (The Role)

As a Team Leader, you will bring leadership, skill, and a genuine passion for making a difference in young lives. You will help develop and oversee our residential programming to ensure a cohesive, safe, and therapeutic environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Staff Supervision: Assist in leading and mentoring a team of up to 15 staff members, ensuring top-tier program delivery.
• Student Impact: Oversee the day-to-day therapeutic and recreational experiences for a community of 24 students.
• Program Development: Help design and execute residential and outdoor programming that aligns with our experiential mission.

What You’ll Bring (Skills & Experience)

• Relational Leadership: A proven ability to build strong, positive relationships with both staff and students.
• Experiential & Outdoor Expertise: Passion and skill in outdoor recreation (e.g., hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, rock climbing, and multi-day expeditions).
• Safety & Growth Mindset: A commitment to maintaining a safe, structured environment where students can achieve lasting change.

What We’re Looking For (Requirements)

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar residential, wilderness, or youth-services setting.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Services (Master’s degree preferred).
• Leadership: Demonstrated experience supervising adults in a school or residential environment.
• Clinical/Behavioral Skill: Strong knowledge of working with students with emotional and/or learning disabilities, paired with excellent behavior and crisis management skills.
• Compliance: Valid New York State driver’s license and successful completion of a background check per NYS regulations.

What We Offer

• Work-Life Balance: A predictable, full-time, 4-day workweek.
• Compensation: Competitive salary, uniquely tailored to your experience and position.
• Perks: Complimentary meals while on shift.
• Growth: Clear pathways and opportunities for professional advancement.

How to Apply

If you are ready to lead, inspire, and explore, we want to hear from you. Please submit a letter of interest and your updated resume to:

Mountain Lake Academy is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

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