Employer Callie Wallace - Wahsega 4-H Center Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Now Hiring: Environmental Educator (Seasonal) – Wahsega 4-H Center, Dahlonega, GA Do you have a passion for the outdoors, a love for teaching, and a sense of adventure? Join our team at the Wahsega 4-H Center nestled in the stunning North Georgia mountains and become a part of something meaningful! We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic, energetic, and nature-loving individuals to help shape the minds of K-12 students through hands-on outdoor learning experiences. Position OverviewAs a Seasonal Environmental Educator, you’ll lead K-12 students through exciting, multidisciplinary classes surrounded by forests, streams, and mountains. Our programs span subjects like ecology, life and earth science, outdoor skills, team building, and even living history. No day is ever the same! You’ll also contribute to the center’s daily operations, including animal care (hello, reptiles and amphibians!), maintaining learning spaces, and supporting overall program success Do You Have These Qualities?Passion for teaching and inspiring young mindsA strong connection to nature and scienceA positive attitude and a team-player mindsetCreativity, energy, and leadershipExcellent communication and group management skillsWillingness to grow, learn, and embrace challenges Responsibilities Include:Teaching fun, engaging classes in an outdoor environmentLeading groups of students and adults through a variety of activitiesProviding care for live animal ambassadorsSupporting program areas and assisting with camp operationsWorking in all types of weatherWalking up to 3 miles a day, climbing ladders, lifting up to 40 lbs, and embracing nature in all its wild beauty Why Wahsega?Incredible location in the heart of the Chattahoochee National ForestUnique opportunity to make a difference in young people’s livesHands-on experience in environmental education and outdoor leadershipA supportive, fun, and passionate team who loves what they do If you’re ready to trade your desk for a forest and your daily commute for hiking trails, then this is your calling. Apply now and start your next adventure with us at Wahsega 4-H Center! Starting Date: 08/11/2025Ending Date: 05/22/2026Hours per Week: 36-40 ContactCallie Wallace706-864-2050callie.wallace@uga.edu (preferred contact method) What We’re Looking For:Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Education, Forestry, Natural Resources, or a related field.First Aid/CPR/AED certified (or willing to get certified).Prior experience working with youth or in outdoor education is a plus!Education Required: BachelorsExperience Required: none Job Field: Other Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location Detail: Dahlonega, Georgia Salary: $13.80/hr Application Deadline: Sun, 08/17/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/423126
