Program Facilitator (January 2027 start date)

Youth Frontiers; Edina (MN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth Frontiers in Edina, MN is seeking Retreat Facilitators for a full-time, 10-month position starting in January 2027. The role involves delivering interactive programs aimed at building character and respect among students in grades 4–12. Candidates will work in teams and often travel to various locations throughout Minnesota and the Midwest.

Facilitators will engage with students through music, activities, and discussions, promoting a fun and educational atmosphere. A passion for character education and public speaking is essential, along with teamwork and a willingness to travel frequently.

Qualifications

• Experience in engaging with students, grades 4-12.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Willingness to travel frequently and deliver programs multiple times per week.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate interactive programs for students throughout the school year.
• Travel to various locations for retreats targeting character building.
• Work collaboratively with a team to engage large groups effectively.

Skills

Music performance

Public speaking

Group facilitation

Character education

Job description

Summary

Retreat Facilitors facilitate interactive programs for students, grades 4th – 12th throughout the school year. Programming is primarily in person but may be virtual as well. Program facilitators work in teams of 2–3 retreat facilitators and musicians to deliver retreats that typically include specialized content rooted in positive character, games and activities.

Position Classification

• FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
• Work Schedule: Full Time (10-month position Late July – Late May), Mon-Fri
• Location: In-Office/Mobile. Edina, MN, includes Midwest and National Travel
• Basis of Pay: Salary, 10-month position
• Salary Range: $40,000 - $55,000/yr for 10 month position, DOQ
• Department: Programs
• January 2027 start date

Key Accountabilities & Duties

Retreat Facilitation

• Equip students and schools with language necessary to build character and respectful communities by delivering YF programming through music, activities, public speaking, and small/large group discussion.
• Facilitate roughly 3–4 interactive programs approximately 6–8 hours in length, to groups of 100+ students grades 4–12 each week, alongside 1–2 other YF staff. Retreats are off‑site, at schools or other venues.
• Generate a fun, engaging, and productive atmosphere through music performance, games, and other media.
• Develop personal talks and/or music performances that align with program framework and meet expectations of program managers prior to retreat delivery.
• Coach peer leaders and other volunteers on effective small group facilitation.
• Travel to local Twin Cities, greater Minnesota, greater Midwest locations (WI, IA, ND, SD, NE) and nationally. Travel will be more frequent between September–March targeting 40–50 nights per year (which equates to 10–15 weeks between Aug – May).
• Follow all YF policies in all interactions with school contacts, teachers, administrators, students, and other guests.

General Administration

• Attend team meetings, trainings, special events, and other meetings as scheduled throughout the year.
• Submit expense reports on a monthly basis for company credit card and personal reimbursements.
• Respond to communication, including email and phone calls, in a timely manner.
• Assist sales, programs logistics, internal operations, and other YF departments with other projects as assigned when not out on retreat.
• Report to YF office when not out on retreat, unless otherwise instructed.

All positions at Youth Frontiers may perform other duties as assigned.

Youth Frontiers seeks to hire from a diverse pool of applicants and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply. Youth Frontiers will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital or familial status, public assistance status or any other legally protected status.