Overview
Position Dates: June 3 – August 21, 2026
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*
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.
Required Skills:
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.
About Teton Science School
Teton Science Schools inspires curiosity, engagement and leadership through transformative place-based education.
