Jackson, WY

Organization: Teton Science School

Contact: Kendall Peacock

Duties: 

• • Develop and implement thematic, place-based, hands-on field science curriculum and evening programs for multi-day, outdoor learning experiences. Programs may include evenings and overnights in hotels or tents.
  • Incorporate program logistics, student interests, teacher requests, NGSS and state science standards and TSS educational framework into instruction.
  • Plan and implement non-residential week-long day programming off of the Jackson Campus of TSS. Day program specific responsibilities include:

• • • Communication with parents & caregivers
    • Documentation of student learning
    • Participation in end of week celebrations
    • Overseeing student engagement and behavior management during programming
    • Participate in pre- and post-trip planning and debriefing meetings.

• • Lead field groups of 7-13 people on hikes and canoe excursions in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Desired qualifications: 

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in science, education or related field.
• Minimum of 21 years of age.
• At least one season of experience teaching hands-on, inquiry-based field science or environmental science, ideally in a residential, outdoor setting.
• Experience co-teaching and lesson planning within a teaching team.
• Experience working with students in grades 1-8th.
• Experience teaching science and natural history in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and/or the willingness to commit to self-directed study in order to be prepared for instruction.
• Experience managing risk, traveling and teaching in the outdoors, in variable weather conditions.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in teaching; willingness to be part of a small community.
• Successful applicants must pass a criminal history background check, driving record review and drug screening prior to start date.
• Valid Class C Driving License.

Start and end dates: May 7 – August 17.

Salary/pay: 

• Salary of $100/day for 87 working days, with additional pay for evening work at $40/evening program.
• End of season completion bonus of $12/day, for every day worked, to be paid out at the end of the summer season.
• Pro Deals from brand name outdoor companies
• Limited employee housing available on a first-come, first-served basis
• Meals available while groups are on campus to staff who participate in the TSS Food Coop
• Proximity to Jackson, Wyoming and Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks

Link to more information: Learn more and apply.