Employer Wahsega 4-H Center - UGA Extension Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills As 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, 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: 08/18/2026Ending Date: 05/21/2027Hours per Week: 30-40Experience Required: none ContactCallie Wallace706-864-2050callie.wallace@uga.edu (preferred contact method) 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 Job Field: Parks, Recreation and Tourism Job Type: Part Time Location Detail: Dahlonega, Georgia Southern Appalachia North Georgia Mountains Salary: $14/hour Application Deadline: Fri, 07/17/2026 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/474201
