Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department to support students’ growth through mentoring and group activities.

You will collaborate with teachers and staff to design development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with resources, helping them excel academically and personally while contributing to a nurturing, diverse school culture.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students in an educational setting.
• Ability to facilitate small groups and engage diverse learners.
• Strong collaboration skills with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to design and deliver development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with school resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program design

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.