Youth Development Specialist

Confidential; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers and staff.

You will help design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with resources in a nurturing educational environment that values diversity and student well-being.

Qualifications

• Supports academic, social, and emotional growth of students.
• Designs and delivers development programs for students.
• Promotes positive behavior and connects students with resources.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students and facilitate small groups.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student outcomes.
• Assist in designing, implementing, and evaluating development programs.

Skills

Mentoring

Facilitation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Milton Hershey School, a cost-free pre-K through 12th grade residential school, is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department. This role supports students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers and staff. The Specialist helps design and deliver development programs, promotes positive behavior, and connects students with resources. MHS offers a nurturing, diverse culture and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students’ lives while growing professionally.