UGA Cooperative Extension: Georgia 4-H

Burton 4-H Center:
Employment Opportunities

Environmental Education

Dates

Position runs from September 1st through late May, with unpaid time-off during traditional Christmas - New Year's holidays.

Salary

$8.45/hour with 30 - 40 hours per week ($254 - $338 per week). Time and a half is paid for over 40 hours. Housing is available for $40 per week in our new staff house (see below). Limited health insurance plan is provided.

Responsibilities

• Teach environmental education day and evening classes to predominantly 3rd-8th grade students throughout the week days.
• Maintain teaching laboratories and provide care for educational animals.
• Assist with facilities maintenance and basic janitorial needs.

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, or a related field preferred.
• Extensive training is provided upon employment.

Sample Work Schedule

Housing

Left: Staff House outside.

Right: Kitchen inside staff house.

Contact

For more information on Employment Opportunities at Burton 4-H Center, please contact David Weber at (912) 786-5534 or dweber@uga.edu.