- Wages/Pay
- $14.00 / hour
- Experience Level
- No experience required
- Job Start Date
- Aug 18, 2026
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.
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!
Do You Have These Qualities?
Passion for teaching and inspiring young minds
A strong connection to nature and science
A positive attitude and a team-player mindset
Creativity, energy, and leadership
Excellent communication and group management skills
Willingness to grow, learn, and embrace challenges
Responsibilities Include:
Teaching fun, engaging classes in an outdoor environment
Leading groups of students and adults through a variety of activities
Providing care for live animal ambassadors
Supporting program areas and assisting with camp operations
Working in all types of weather
Walking 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 Forest
Unique opportunity to make a difference in young people’s lives
Hands-on experience in environmental education and outdoor leadership
A supportive, fun, and passionate team that 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!
Contact Info
- Callie Wallace
- cew62320@uga.edu
- (706) 864-2050
- georgia4h.org
Wahsega 4-H Outdoor Center
Do you have a passion for the outdoors, a love for teaching, and a sense of adventure? As a Seasonal Environmental Educator, located in North Georgia Mountains, 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.
- Location
- Georgia
- Season
- Fall
- Staff size
- 16
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Private rooms and bathrooms in two separate cabins. Kitchen, living room, and washer & dryer included.
- Family housing available
- No
- Single occupancy housing available
- Yes
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- Some meals / discounts
- Cell phone service
- Yes, most carriers
- Internet access
- Good
