Teton Science Schools · 1 month ago
Field Education Program Coordinator - 10 month position
Jackson, WY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$42K/yr - $52K/yrTeton Science Schools is dedicated to place-based education and is seeking a Field Education Program Coordinator. This role involves managing daily logistics, facilitating programs for visiting groups, and ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for participants.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary host and point of contact for visiting groups, ensuring a welcoming, organized, and inclusive environment from arrival through departure
Facilitate daily program logistics, including orientations, transitions, group movement, and communication between partners, instructors, and campus teams
Maintain a visible and engaged presence on campus and in the field to ensure safety, responsiveness, and participant satisfaction
Represent Teton Science Schools professionally with teachers, families, chaperones, and partners
Support real-time problem-solving, risk management, and communication during active programs
Coordinate pre-program logistics (schedules, rosters, itineraries, housing assignments, pre-visit communication)
Prepare program materials, gear, and spaces before group arrival, and support post-program wrap-up and evaluation
Spend significant time in the field supporting instructional teams, assisting with logistics, materials, and on-the-ground coordination
Provide real-time coaching, logistical problem-solving, and instructional backup during high-intensity program days
Translate field experience and participant feedback into updated teaching materials, tools, and learning sequences
Ensure curriculum materials align with place-based education principles, science standards, and partner learning goals
Contribute to a shared digital library of lesson plans, field site guides, and teaching resources used across campuses
Support evaluation and reflection processes to continually improve program design and participant outcomes
Model professionalism, inclusion, and adaptability in all interactions with staff and participants
Lead one or more operational focus areas that support Field Education systems (e.g., DWCC, backpacking & camping systems, campus gear & teaching supplies, etc.)
Maintain gear, field materials, and equipment readiness, ensuring organization, cleanliness, and safety
Develop efficient systems for tracking, storing, and replenishing program materials across campuses
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned systems area and collaborate on maintenance and improvement
Contribute to the care and readiness of campus facilities, field spaces, and shared community areas
Support campus-wide projects, stewardship efforts, and hospitality initiatives that strengthen TSS culture
Participate in Field Education team meetings, retreats, and professional development opportunities
Foster a positive, solutions-oriented culture that aligns with TSS’s mission and values
Qualification
Required
Serve as the primary host and point of contact for visiting groups, ensuring a welcoming, organized, and inclusive environment from arrival through departure
Facilitate daily program logistics, including orientations, transitions, group movement, and communication between partners, instructors, and campus teams
Maintain a visible and engaged presence on campus and in the field to ensure safety, responsiveness, and participant satisfaction
Represent Teton Science Schools professionally with teachers, families, chaperones, and partners
Support real-time problem-solving, risk management, and communication during active programs
Coordinate pre-program logistics (schedules, rosters, itineraries, housing assignments, pre-visit communication)
Prepare program materials, gear, and spaces before group arrival, and support post-program wrap-up and evaluation
Spend significant time in the field supporting instructional teams, assisting with logistics, materials, and on-the-ground coordination
Provide real-time coaching, logistical problem-solving, and instructional backup during high-intensity program days
Translate field experience and participant feedback into updated teaching materials, tools, and learning sequences
Ensure curriculum materials align with place-based education principles, science standards, and partner learning goals
Contribute to a shared digital library of lesson plans, field site guides, and teaching resources used across campuses
Support evaluation and reflection processes to continually improve program design and participant outcomes
Model professionalism, inclusion, and adaptability in all interactions with staff and participants
Lead one or more operational focus areas that support Field Education systems (e.g., DWCC, backpacking & camping systems, campus gear & teaching supplies, etc.)
Maintain gear, field materials, and equipment readiness, ensuring organization, cleanliness, and safety
Develop efficient systems for tracking, storing, and replenishing program materials across campuses
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned systems area and collaborate on maintenance and improvement
Contribute to the care and readiness of campus facilities, field spaces, and shared community areas
Support campus-wide projects, stewardship efforts, and hospitality initiatives that strengthen TSS culture
Participate in Field Education team meetings, retreats, and professional development opportunities
Foster a positive, solutions-oriented culture that aligns with TSS's mission and values
Company
Teton Science Schools
Teton Science School is a nonprofit educational organization that enables responsible and engagement through creative place-based education.
Founded in 1967
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1MKey Investors
NewSchools Venture Fund
2018-09-14Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Mike Witherite
Chief Operating Officer
Josh Kleyman
Chief Philanthropy Officer
Company data provided by crunchbase