Website Teton Science Schools

Connecting people, place, and nature through education.

Position Summary
The Office Manager plays a vital role in the daily operations of our PreK–8 independent school. As the front office lead, you will ensure a welcoming environment for children, families, and staff, manage communications, and provide essential administrative support to faculty and leadership. The ideal candidate is highly organized, personable, detail‑oriented, and committed to contributing to our mission-driven, child-centered community.

 

Qualifications
High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Prior experience in office administration—school or nonprofit experience a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and database systems

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Strong multitasking abilities and discretion
Warm, professional demeanor with a child-centered approach

 

Work Environment & Schedule
Standard hours: Monday–Friday, approximately 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
School year contract (10 months with summers off)
Occasional evenings or weekends required for school events
Dynamic, lively workplace with daily interaction with students, families, and staff

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Able to write / type / communicate
Primarily indoors in an office setting: sitting and standing for long stretches while using a computer some outdoor responsibilities 
Able to sit/stand at a desk for up to 8 hours
Have a normal range of vision/hearing/speech
Primarily based at Jackson Campus of Teton Science Schools with potential meetings/interactions/work on all campuses locations
Able to bend/stoop/reach and lift up to 50 pounds

 

One TSS Responsibilities

Commitment to the Teton Science Schools Mission 
Actively contributes to and practices Teton Science Schools values
Share Teton Science School program structure with external stakeholders

 

This job description is not meant to state or imply that these are the only duties performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their manager in compliance with federal and state laws.                    

To apply for this job email your details to nicola.james@tetonscience.org