Overview
Teton Raptor Center is seeking a creative and self-motivated individual to help take our conservation initiatives and educational outreach to the next level. The primary roles of the AmeriCorps Conservation Educator (ACE) are to A) develop, create and promote educational materials to support two key nationwide conservation initiatives, Sporting Lead-Free and the Poo-Poo Project and B) help deliver educational programming locally to bring attention to raptor conservation. The ACE will contribute to creation of outreach materials and activities for all types of learners that will complement these conservation initiatives. The AmeriCorps Conservation Educator will help bring these national conservation initiatives to the next level and assist in delivering programs on- and off-site.
Under the supervision of the Conservation Director and Education Specialist, the AmeriCorps Conservation Educator will:
Develop, build, create, and share engaging information, materials, and activities that elevate awareness and participation in Teton Raptor Center’s keystone conservation initiatives, including Sporting Lead-Free and the Port-O-Potty Owl Project (Poo-Poo Project).
Assemble educational guides, hands-on materials, visual aids, displays, and toolkits tailored to diverse audiences such as hunters, anglers, agency partners, ambassadors and the general public to support conservation initiatives.
Curate, create, and contribute educational content for TRC’s and SLF’s digital platforms, including social media and websites.
Regularly conduct outreach to establish and build new outreach partners engaging in the SLF and Poo-Poo initiatives.
Support delivery of educational programs and demonstrations on and off-site.
Build and maintain inventory of outreach and conservation materials, shipping, and follow-up with partners.
Gather and summarize feedback following outreach delivery, and work with supervisors to refine and enhance content and materials.
Qualifications:
Room and Board on the Jackson Campus of Teton Science Schools
Living allowance of $400 per week during the term of service
Training and professional development in educational philosophy, pedagogy, behavior management, risk management and leadership.
Segal Education Award upon successful completion of service. Please note the 1200-hour term will be completed by 9/11/2026. *Segal AmeriCorps Education award corresponding to length of service term (amounts set by AmeriCorps- the federal agency).
Preferred Skills:
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to call and find new partners to advance the SLF and Poo-Poo initiatives, including giving free Poo-Poo screens and sample lead-free tackle packs to agency partners across the nation. .
An excitement and willingness to engage the public about our work through both formal and informal platforms.
Able to stay on task and complete assignments in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
About Teton Raptor Center
Teton Raptor Center(TRC) is a nonprofit organization working to advance raptor conservation through education, research, and rehabilitation. TRC is located on a historic property in Wilson, Wyoming.
