Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; 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 through mentoring and small-group facilitation. You will collaborate with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs that foster positive behavior and connect students with resources.

The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a nurturing, diverse culture while growing professionally in Education,

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students in an educational setting.
• Ability to facilitate small groups and manage discussions.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and staff to support students.
• Design and deliver development programs that foster growth.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with available resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and guidance to students across grade levels.
• Facilitate small-group sessions to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design targeted development initiatives.
• Deliver development programs and activities aligned with school goals.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with campus resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration

Program design

Resource connection

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.