Job Opportunities

Environmental Educator for Wahsega 4-H Center

Dahlonega GA

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Lead students from 3rd through 8th grades in multidisciplinary classes in the outdoors at Wahsega 4-H Center in the North Georgia Mountains near Dahlonega. Wahsega 4-H Center is a residential educational facility for students attending 1-, 2- or 3-day field studies.

Class subjects offered include both life and earth science, survival skills, team building, high- and low-ropes challenges and pioneer living skills. Two weeks of paid, in-depth training in all subject areas is provided. Other duties include care of captive wildlife in the herpetology lab, curriculum development, assisting in cleanup of facilities at the end of each session and 2 to 3 hours of KP (Kitchen Patrol) each week.

REQUIREMENTS:
Commitment, genuine interest in child development, dynamic personality, well-developed communication skills, creativity, and leadership ability; Bachelor’s degree in Education, Natural Science, Environmental Education, Biology, Forestry, Outdoor Education, or related fields preferred. Separate staff housing provided on-site; we do not require staff to chaperone children overnight. Inquire about internships for college seniors. Successful applicants will be required to authorize a background check which must clear before starting work.

LOCATION:
Live and work at Wahsega 4-H Center in the beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest just minutes from the Appalachian Trail, cascading waterfalls and numerous other recreational opportunities.

SEASON:
Fall -- September 2 to November 7, 2009

SALARY:
8.95/hr with room and board available for $70 per week. Higher salary available for individuals with relevant verifiable experience with Georgia 4-H Environmental Education or other environmental education centers. Ask about verification procedure. 40 hour work weeks are typical with overtime paid for working more than 40 hours in a pay period.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please send an email with a cover letter and résumé to Chelsea Blake, Interim Program Coordinator.

Chelsea Blake
cblake@uga.edu
706-864-2050
Wahsega 4-H Center
77 Cloverleaf Trail
Dahlonega, GA 30533

Applications for spring and fall positions are accepted year-round.

"Inspire young people through experiential outdoor learning at one of the largest environmental education programs in the nation. With five 4-H Centers located from the mountains to the coast, the University of Georgia 4-H Program has an exciting career opportunity for you"