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 the season.
