Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students from pre-K through 12th grade through mentoring and program development. The role involves facilitating small groups, collaborating with teachers, and delivering activities that foster academic and emotional growth.

This position emphasizes promoting positive behavior, connecting students with resources, and contributing to a nurturing, diverse school culture where staff can grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Mentoring students to support academic, social and emotional growth.
• Small-group facilitation to promote positive behaviors and skills.
• Collaborating with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Lead small groups and activities to reinforce positive behavior and life skills.
• Collaborate with educators to design, implement, and assess development programs.

Skills

Mentoring

Facilitation

Collaboration

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.