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Partnership Programs Teaching Fellow 2026/2027
The Island School
Sales & Business Development
North Eleuthera, The Bahamas
Posted on Feb 17, 2026
Island School Organization Overview
The Island School, a not-for-profit organization based in Eleuthera, The Bahamas, was founded in 1999 to create and support transformational educational experiences with the mission of leadership effecting change. The diverse CEIS educational initiatives, including the Island School Semester and Summer Term, Deep Creek Middle School, the Elementary Learning Center, and Community Outreach, deliver unique education in partnership with the authentic and meaningful work our organization undertakes in research, sustainable development and innovation at the Cape Eleuthera Institute.
The Big “WE”: The Island School operates as a close-knit, mission-driven, island-based educational community. Collaboration, flexibility, and shared responsibility are central to our work with students and to life on campus.
Educators work closely across programs, age groups, and departments, supporting students through interdisciplinary learning, shared supervision, and community events. Teaching Fellows are supported by experienced educators and are encouraged to grow into this collaborative culture with guidance, mentorship, and clear communication.
This community-based approach is a defining feature of employment at The Island School and an essential part of our educational mission.
Partnership Programs - Teaching Fellow Overview
Teaching Fellows are early-career educators or aspiring teachers who work alongside lead teachers and experienced faculty, gradually building responsibility and confidence in a supportive, mentored environment.
The Partnership Programs Department provides an environment for students and groups to engage in experiential, place-based learning and aims to instill a sense of place and leadership that enables them to make meaningful changes in their own communities. While the department primarily hosts school groups from the U.S., Canada, and Europe, we also serve local community partners including Deep Creek Primary School, Young Leadership Program, South Eleuthera Kids Camp, and visiting schools from Nassau. The Partnership Programs Director maintains a team of up to 9-11 full time staff including managers, educators, and interns, responsible for three main programs:
International Visiting Programs – Visiting school groups that range from 5th grade through post-doctoral field courses. The Island School currently has 750-1000 short course student visits to our campus per year.
Community Engagement Programs - works closely with program leaders at The Island School and local community members to coordinate and further opportunities for students to interact with the Island School community and the wider community of Eleuthera.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist full time experiential educators in the design, facilitation, and assessment of programs
- Execute the logistics to run successful educational programs for international and local students (primary, secondary, high school, university)
- Lead the preparation and execution of 4-5 international visiting programs..
- Teach basic courses in marine biology, ecology, sustainable living, and environmental research as well as primary level math and reading
- Serve as an instructor for expeditions on campus and on the island that may include snorkeling, biking, camping, hiking, and community outreach
- Care of shared equipment including, tents, kayaks, dorm supplies and bicycles
- Learn to create and deliver morning exercise programs
- Monitoring the well-being of students and their chaperones/instructors
- Participate alongside students and staff in the daily maintenance and care for the facility through chores and other tasks
- Collaborate with researchers, staff and other school employees to enhance the student experience and utilize our campus, resources, and location as a classroom
- Work professionally and cooperatively within the school community
What You’ll Gain:
- Hands-On Experience: Develop skills in curriculum development, lesson planning, and delivery in outdoor experiential learning programs. Build strong classroom management across age ranges.
- Student Development: Understand different learning styles and developmental stages, understand how to Identify and address individual student needs, and learn strategies to support students' social and emotional well-being.
- End-to-End Program Coordination: Develop the ability to plan and execute programs from start to finish, including identifying logistical needs (transportation, materials, scheduling, staffing, risk management) and ensuring all operational details are in place.
- Professional Communication & Partnership Management: Build skills in working directly with visiting schools, external partners, and chaperones. Practicing clear, proactive communication, expectation setting, and relationship management.
- Adaptability & Real-Time Problem Solving: Strengthen flexibility by learning to adjust plans quickly, respond calmly to last-minute changes, and make thoughtful decisions that maintain program quality and participant experience.
- Leadership & Communication: Gain confidence in leading activities, working within a classroom, working with diverse educational needs, and advocating for inclusive education.
Skills and Qualifications
Education:
- Should have completed, be planning to complete, or in the process of completing an undergraduate degree in marine biology or education or relevant fields
- Previous education or research experience and an active interest in education, marine conservation, or environmental education is essential
Required Skills
- Able to put in long hours of work in a variety of programming in land, sea, and weather conditions
- Strong interpersonal, communication (written and oral), and organizational abilities
- Applicant should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Google Suite
- Adaptability and flexibility for remote island living
- Self-motivated, self-reliant, and self-confident.
Preferred Experience
- WFR or WAFA certification
- Royal Yachting Association Powerboat Level 2
- Experience in place-based, inquiry-driven education
- Strong swimming skills and comfortable in water of all depths
- Must be in good physical condition and able to lead exercise programs
Support
This role is designed as a fellowship with housing and meals provided to reduce barriers to participation for early-career educators.
- Monthly living stipend
- Travel Stipend
- Housing provided in shared living accommodations either on campus or in nearby Deep Creek
- Access to dining hall for on-campus meals when available
Schedule
This is a full-time agreement that spans three semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer). The Cape Eleuthera Island School and its related entities operate year round and program hours vary depending on needs. The successful candidate should expect, and desire to fully participate in a variable and mission driven schedule.