$500 reimbursement for WFR certification. (If obtained within 4 months of start date)
Limited employee housing available at locally competitive rates. Commuting is likely.
Pro Deals from brand name outdoor companies.
Proximity to Jackson, Wyoming and Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
Additional Information:
7 openings available.
Internal Number: 1383
Position Start Date: June 4, 2025
Position Description: Embark on an unforgettable summer adventure in Jackson Hole, Wyoming! Join our passionate team at Teton Science Schools, where you’ll help inspire 1st-7th grade campers through immersive, nature and play-based outdoor programs.
As a Summer Instructor, you’ll co-lead engaging, place-based lessons and activities, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and environmental stewardship. You’ll guide groups of up to 13 campers each week, taking them on outdoor experiences across Grand Teton National Park, the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, and our Jackson Campus.
Imagine:
Leading students on canoeing excursions at String Lake
Teaching about wildlife and ecology through exploration, games, and crafts
Camping under the stars with your field group in Grand Teton National Park
Working alongside a collaborative, fun-loving team in one of the most beautiful National Parks
If you’re excited to inspire young adventurers while spending your summer outdoors, this is the role for you!
*Although TSS offers summer programs for various age groups,
this position is specifically for 1st-7th grade summer day camp programs*
Responsibilities:
Create a safe, engaging, and positive camp culture that is fun, respectful, and curiosity-driven.
Facilitate outdoor lessons, activities, and team-building experiences for 1st-7th graders.
Ensure participant well-being and safety, managing risk and responding to emergencies per TSS policies and support structures.
Interact professionally and empathetically with camper families, providing clear communication and support.
Co-teach with fellow educators, collaborating on lesson planning, feedback, and mentorship.
Co-create outlines of weekly teaching plans with your co-educator ahead of time, ensuring participant families receive clear schedules and expectations.
Lead outdoor experiences including hiking, canoeing, front-country camping, and team-building on our low ropes challenge course.
Drive 15-passenger vans or mini buses with trailers for camper transportation.
Support daily operations of Field Education, including facilitating mealtimes, organizing student cleanup, and maintaining teaching spaces, equipment, and supplies.
Take care of yourself to stay energized, motivated, and engaged throughout a dynamic season
Learn about the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and incorporate science-based content into lessons.
Qualifications:
Experience working with youth (1st-7th grade) in outdoor or experiential education settings, such as summer camp, coaching, or teaching.
Strong interpersonal skills– friendly, patient, adaptable, and clear in communication.
Ability to co-plan and co-facilitate lessons and activities, adjusting to campers’ needs and interests.
Problem-solving mindset– responding to camper behavior and group dynamics with empathy and creativity.
Comfort working in an outdoor setting for full days– hiking, canoeing, and front-country camping.
Commitment to fostering a welcoming space for campers and fellow staff.
Desire to play outside, facilitate meaningful experiences, foster connection to nature, and get nerdy and silly with kids!
Requirements:
Valid Wilderness First Responder certification.
Valid driver’s license.
Minimum of 21 years of age.
Successful applicants must pass a criminal history background check and driving record review prior to start date.
Benefits:
Daily rate of $141.65/day for 1st year Instructors.
$500 reimbursement for WFR certification. (If obtained within 4 months of start date)
Limited employee housing available at locally competitive rates. Commuting is likely.
Pro Deals from brand name outdoor companies.
Proximity to Jackson, Wyoming and Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.s
Teton Science Schools' (TSS) mission is to inspire curiosity, engagement and leadership through transformative place-based education. TSS is an organization in northwest Wyoming and Idaho comprised of six program areas sharing a common vision of education. TSS is deeply rooted in the outdoors as place anchors and enriches our understanding of the world. Our organization has educated, trained and inspired thousands of children, youth and adults, bringing them together through the study of place-based education. We serve students from across Wyoming, the Intermountain West, the nation and around the world.