Teacher Facilitator
Application
At the Phoenix Desert Center, we are seeking passionate, dedicated facilitators who are inspired by the wisdom of our ancestors and share our vision of a harmonious future. As a teacher and guide, you will not only instruct but weave together the threads of ancient practices, helping others reconnect with the land, community, and their creative potential.
We believe that teaching is an art form—one that fosters healing, creativity, and resilience within each participant. Our facilitators are more than just instructors; they are caretakers of knowledge, entrusted with the sacred responsibility of revitalizing traditions that anchor us to the earth and each other.
If you feel deeply called to share your expertise in ancestral skills, sustainable living, or earth-based arts, we invite you to apply and join our flourishing community of wisdom-keepers.
Facilitator Responsibilities
As a facilitator at the Phoenix Desert Center, your role is multifaceted, blending education, mentorship, and stewardship of the land. You will:
- Lead workshops and classes that bring ancestral arts and sustainable practices to life, guiding participants in hands-on learning experiences.
- Collaborate with community members to co-create spaces of healing, where learning becomes a shared, nurturing process that benefits all.
- Foster an environment of mutual respect and growth, where the wisdom of ancient ways inspires innovation, creativity, and deep connection.
- Steward the land through your teachings, ensuring that every interaction with nature is one of gratitude, respect, and reciprocity.
Desired Qualities and Skills
We are looking for facilitators who embody the essence of the Phoenix Desert Center’s mission—those who carry a deep respect for ancestral knowledge and an eagerness to guide others along the path of reconnection. Key qualities and skills include:
- A reverence for ancestral knowledge and a commitment to teaching practices that foster a deep bond with the natural world.
- Experience in your field of instruction, whether it be primitive technologies, sustainable building, regenerative agriculture, or ancestral arts, and a desire to share that knowledge with others.
- An open-hearted, inclusive teaching style that creates a safe and supportive space for learners of all backgrounds and skill levels.
- A willingness to foster community through shared goals, mutual respect, and collaborative learning.
- A passion for the preservation of traditional knowledge and a vision for how it can inform a balanced and resilient future.
What We Offer
At the Phoenix Desert Center, we honor our facilitators as integral members of our community. In exchange for your guidance and contributions, you will receive:
- Revenue Sharing: A 60-70% share of workshop and event revenue, while the center retains 30-40%.
- Immersive Environment: Experience a nurturing environment where ancient practices and sustainable living converge, offering opportunities for personal growth and deep reconnection with the land.
- Access to Resources: Enjoy access to our fully equipped spaces, including a regenerative food forest, wild clay workshops, and earth-building studios, where collaboration and innovation flourish.
- Freedom to Design: Have the freedom to create and curate your own workshops, events, or collaborative projects, contributing your unique vision to the Phoenix Desert Center’s evolving story.
- Support and Tools: Receive support and resources for your facilitation, including access to our community, tools, and teaching materials, as well as opportunities to generate personal income through workshops and events.
Application Process
We invite you to join our thriving community of facilitators who are passionate about reweaving the ancient with the present. To apply, please provide:
Or send your application to
social@phoenixdesertcenter.org.
Through your teachings, you will be sowing seeds of resilience, creativity, and ancient wisdom—offering learners not only skills but an enduring relationship with the earth that will sustain them for generations to come.