Youth Development & Mentoring Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Benton (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School, a cost-free pre-K through 12th grade residential school, seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. You will mentor students, facilitate small groups, and collaborate with teachers and staff to foster a positive learning environment.

The role includes helping design and deliver development programs, promoting positive behavior, and connecting students with school and community resources to support success.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students in an educational setting.
• Ability to facilitate small groups and foster inclusive discussions.
• Collaborates with teachers and staff to support student growth.

Responsibilities

• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring.
• Facilitate small-group activities and group discussions.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program design

Positive behavior support

Resource linkage

Job description

Milton Hershey School, a cost-free pre-K through 12th grade residential school, seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. You will mentor students, facilitate small groups, and collaborate with teachers and staff to foster a positive learning environment.

The role includes helping design and deliver development programs, promoting positive behavior, and connecting students with school and community resources to support success.