Overview
Position Purpose:
Faculty members at Mountain Academy collaborate with other faculty and staff to implement transformative place-based curriculum. Mountain Academy aims to educate the whole child by integrating academic engagement and character development with a community focus. A TSS faculty member develops and facilitates place-based, emergent curricula and assessments that align with the mission of Teton Science Schools. Faculty take an active role in the Teton Science Schools community, promoting the school and developing community partnerships.
Qualifications:
Strong speaking and written communication skills
At least 3 years of experience in a relevant field preferred
Master’s degree preferred
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and Google Apps
Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external constituents
Ability to manage risk and make leadership decisions in front and backcountry settings
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
Primarily indoors in a classroom setting
Stretches of time outdoors in all weather, including extreme temperatures and arid conditions
Able to drive 15-passenger vans & minibuses with participants
Able to write/type/communicate
Able to sit/stand for up to 8 hours
May be expected to work evenings, weekends, or overtime to support special programs/events
May require occasional overnight travel by car/bus/van/airplane
Responsibilities:
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment:
Teach classes according to identified curricular area(s)
Plan curriculum congruent with MA guidelines; collaborate with cross-campus team to optimize integrated curriculum
Document curriculum and assessment using the current Learning Management System (LMS)
Create authentic, competency-based assessments and track student progress
Write quarterly student progress reports
Create student portfolios each year
Administer school-wide learning metrics
Develop curriculum for innovative programming that maximizes opportunities for students
Plan and safely execute multiple extended trips
Establish rapport with students and create a respectful, and productive classroom environment
Maintain regular and active communication between parents, students, staff, and administration
Create a biweekly classroom newsletter
Lead parent-teacher conferences
Work collaboratively within the division to support/implement all aspects of the program
Team:
Attend required school & community events
Complete duties: hands to work, supervise students during unstructured free play, lunch, bus, and general community support
Provide internal coverage if substitutes are not available
Take part in all Mountain Academy and team faculty meetings
Take part in pre-service and in-service professional development, including professional learning communities
Align with team culture and goals
Support administrative duties associated with the successful implementation of the program
One TSS Responsibilities:
Further development of pra
About Teton Science Schools
Teton Science Schools employees inspire curiosity. Our team members are engaged with the world around them. TSS employees are leaders in transformative place-based education for learners of all ages. Whether you’re working in an administrative role or in the field with students, your role at TSS will contribute to the development of lifelong learners and leaders. TSS ensures equal opportunity in education and employment for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin or veteran status. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate people with physical disabilities.
