Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Milton (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; 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.

The Specialist helps design and deliver development programs, promotes positive behavior, and connects students with resources to ensure a nurturing educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in educational settings is preferred.
• Ability to design and deliver development programs.
• Strong communication with students, teachers, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups and activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.

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.