April Landale

Director of Educational and Community Programs

M.S., Environmental Studies, Antioch New England Graduate School, NH
B.S., Biology, University of New Hampshire
april.landale@tetonscience.org

April joined Teton Science Schools' faculty in 1993. Before coming to Teton Science Schools, she was the Academic Director for an ecology study abroad program in Cairns, Australia. She holds an M.S. from Antioch/New England Graduate School in Natural Resources Management and specializes in water quality issues.

Joe Petrick

Jackson Campus Educational Programs Coordinator

M.Ed., University of Washington;
Certificate in Education, Environment and Community from Islandwood's Graduate Program, Bainbridge Island, Washington;
                        B.A., History and a Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate from
                        the University of Mary Washington
                        joe.petrick@tetonscience.org                       

Joe coordinates educational programs at the Jackson Campus of Teton Science Schools. He joined the Teton Science Schools' Field Education Team in the spring of 2007. Prior to Teton Science Schools, Joe worked as an administrator, classroom teacher and naturalist in Washington, California, Virginia, Maryland and South Africa. Joe spends his free time exploring the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and traveling to other inspiring locations.

Josh Kleyman

Kelly Campus Educational Programs Coordinator

M.S., Natural Science, Environment and Natural Resources minor,
University of Wyoming
Graduate Program of Teton Science Schools
                        B.A., Environmental Geography with Geology focus, Colgate University
                        josh.kleyman@tetonscience.org

Josh has been involved in science education since 2002 when he enrolled as a graduate student at Teton Science Schools. His graduate research at University of Wyoming explored the challenges and opportunities of community in fostering education. He applied these techniques and theories as Science Chair and Co-Director of the Sampson Environmental Center at the Darrow School in New Lebanon, NY. At Darrow, Josh also taught 9th – 12th grade environmental science and integrated sustainability and constructivist teaching approaches into the school’s curriculum. As a faculty member of the Teton Science School’s Graduate Program, Josh trains teachers in the K-12 classroom and the outdoor environment. Josh continues to be interested in the role of place-based education and field science when mentoring graduate students through their residency. He currently coordinates field-education programs at the Kelly Campus. In his free time, Josh enjoys volunteering for local non-profits, exploring open space in Teton County and baking bread.

Melinda Galleher

Jackson Campus Educational Programs Faculty

B.S. Biology, Ecological Emphasis, The University of Findlay
Graduate Program of Teton Science Schools
melinda.galleher@tetonscience.org

Melinda also known as Minnie developed a love of teaching environmental education in residential education organizations in Minnesota and Indiana before coming to Teton Science Schools' Graduate Program. Since finishing the graduate program she has worked in a variety of capacities for Teton Science Schools. Minnie enjoys traveling, hiking and spending time with friends and family.

    Matt McGee

    Jackson Campus Educational Programs Faculty

    M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction, Montana State University
    M.S. Zoology and Physiology, University of Wyoming
    Graduate Program of Teton Science Schools
                        B.S. Wildlife Biology, University of Montana
                        matt.mcgee@tetonscience.org

Matt brings his passion for combining field science research and environmental education to the Educational Programs at Teton Science Schools. He has field research and teaching experience from a wide variety of organizations including the National Park Service, the Wyoming Natural Diversity Database, the National Audubon Society, and the Murie Science and Learning Center. He has also served as a classroom teacher on the Wind River Reservation. Prior to coming to the Teton Science Schools he served as a member of the Mathematics and Natural Science faculty and Outdoor Leadership Program Director at Wyoming Catholic College in Lander, Wyoming. Matt is an avid rock climber, backcountry skier, and he enjoys spending time exploring mountains with family and friends.

Rachel Felous

M.Sc. Conservation, University College London
B.S. Business Administration with a Minor in Environmental Natural Studies, University of Southern California
rachel.felous@tetonscience.org

Rachel developed a love for wildlife and the outdoors at a young age. Growing up in the suburbs of Cincinnati, OH she actively spent her time fishing, hiking and playing sports. Since then, Rachel has shared her passion for the environment in a multitude of capacities: as program director at Camp Mishawaka in Minnesota, as an environmental education intern at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, and most recently, as an AmeriCorps volunteer and field instructor here at the Teton Science Schools. She loves exploring the many natural wonders of the GYE and in her free time you will often find her on the waterfront, hiking, or rollerblading the Valley’s many bike trails.

    Emily Stirr

     Jackson Campus Educational Programs Faculty

     M.S., Natural Science, Environment & Natural Resources minor,
     University of Wyoming
     Graduate Program of Teton Science Schools
                         B.S., Biology, University of Puget Sound
                         emily.stirr@tetonscience.org

Emily is enthusiastic about adventuring outside and investigating the natural world with students of all ages.  Emily's wide range of teaching experience includes student teaching high school biology and chemistry at the Journeys School of Teton Science Schools, instructing a life science seminar at the University of Wyoming, and leading extended wilderness trips with NOLS.  However, Emily is most at home exploring biology and life sciences in the Jackson Hole valley.  Her favorite outdoor activities include trail running, skiing, and paddling canoes long distances.

   Reid Bauer

   Jackson Campus Field Education Faculty

   B.A. Biology, Grinnel College
   reid.bauer@tetonscience.org

Before his arrival at Teton Science Schools in 2012, Reid has been teaching and coordinating environmental education trips since 2001.  He started out teaching at YMCA camps in Ohio and Michigan before moving to the Catskill Mountains.  He then spent eight years at Frost Valley YMCA, where he served as an instructor, trip leader, coordinator, maple producer, and education director (not all at the same time).  When he has some free time, Reid can be found skiing, rock climbing, or training for the next Marine Corps Marathon.

Tiffany Smith

Jackson Campus Filed Education Faculty

M.Ed., Environmental Education, University of Minnesota Duluth
Graduate Program of Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center
B.S. Park and Recreation Management, Northern Arizona University 
                          tiffany.smith@tetonscience.org

Tiffany coordinates the Road Scholar programs at Teton Science Schools. During her time with the organization, she has also worked as a field instructor and Wildlife Expeditions guide. Tiffany spent several years as a park ranger before joining the Teton Science Schools team. She loves spending her free time exploring the mountains surrounding Jackson Hole.

Ian Fair

Jackson Campus Field Education Faculty

M.Ed. Science Education from the University of Washington
Certificate in Environment, Education and Community from Islandwood’s Graduate Program, Bainbridge Island, Washington
Teacher Certification, The Prescott College
B.A. Ecology and Conservation, University of Washington
ian.fair@tetonscience.org

Ian Fair obtained a degree in Ecology and Conservation from the University of Washington and soon after began working for the Teton Science Schools as a field instructor in the summer of 2005. He completed a Masters in Science Education from the University of Washington where he concentrated on connecting field experiences with classroom-based curriculum. Following graduate school he worked as a park ranger for the North Cascades National Park and as a field instructor for the North Cascades Institute focusing in climate ecology and leadership development. In the colder months since then he has worked secretively as a cobbler and publically as an elementary school teacher in the remote Methow Valley of North Central Washington. Ian looks forward to a fluffy continental snowpack and potlucks.