Field Education Program Manager

Position Purpose

Teton Science Schools is a nonprofit educational organization that connects people, nature, and place through immersive learning experiences. Field Education Program Manager leads year-round school-based and custom youth programming, ensuring that all experiences are inclusive, science-informed, and rooted in place-based education. This position manages partnerships with teachers and districts, coordinates program delivery, and contributes to the development and evaluation of learning outcomes.

The Program Manager also serves as Site Manager for the Jackson Campus, providing leadership for program operations, campus readiness, and staff coordination. The role works closely with the Head of Field Education and the Director of Curriculum & Educator Development to advance the Every Kid in Wyoming (EKIW) initiative—helping connect local and regional students to public lands through field-based science and place-based learning.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership 

• Lead design, coordination, and delivery of school-year youth programs, including district partnerships and TSS learning outcomes
• Build and sustain relationships with teachers, districts, and schools to align programs with classroom learning goals and state standards
• Represent Field Education in community and school outreach events to strengthen local partnerships
• Collaborate on the advancement of the Every Kid in Wyoming (EKIW) initiative, ensuring integration of programs within its statewide strategy

Program Evaluation 

• Track and evaluate program participation, outcomes, and partner feedback
• Collaborate with Program Coordinators to ensure program readiness and consistency
• Support budget tracking and reporting for assigned programs  
• Contribute to Field Education team meetings, planning sessions, and cross-campus initiatives

Site Management – Jackson Campus

• Serve as Site Manager for the Jackson Campus, overseeing daily operations and readiness, ensuring facilities, equipment, and spaces support high-quality programming
• Collaborate with Director of Field Operations, Property Management, and Food Service teams to coordinate campus logistics and maintenance needs
• Lead seasonal site readiness planning, including winterization, campus transitions, and group accommodations

Hosting & Collaboration

• Serve as a primary representative of Teton Science Schools during active programs and campus visits
• Ensure a welcoming, inclusive, and professional environment for participants, educators, and guests
• Occasionally host groups or events when visible leadership presence enhances participant experience, partner engagement, or community relationships
• Support risk management, safety, and participant well-being through proactive communication and campus presence

Team Leadership & Culture

• Contribute to Field Education leadership meetings, staff trainings, and organizational planning efforts
• Foster a culture of curiosity, inclusion, professionalism, and stewardship across Field Education teams
• Participate in the on-call rotation, providing after-hours guidance and support for program, participant, staffing, and campus needs as they arise

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in education and the workplace
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required; Master’s preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in outdoor, experiential, or formal education settings
• Minimum of 2 years in staff supervision, coordination, or program management
• Experience working with K–12 schools and educators
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and learning management systems
• WFR, CPR, and AED certifications (required)

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Primarily based at the Jackson Campus with travel to partner schools and other TSS campuses as needed
• Combination of office and outdoor fieldwork in variable weather conditions
• Occasional evenings or weekends required for trainings or school coordination
• Ability to carry a backpack up to 20+ lbs and hike up to 8 hours per day over uneven terrain
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive 15-passenger vans for extended periods