Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; North Wildwood (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School seeks a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department. The 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. Milton Hershey School offers a nurturing, diverse culture and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on

Qualifications

• Mentor students and support their academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups and activities to engage learners.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design and implement development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and classroom culture.
• Connect students with school-based and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to develop academic and personal skills.
• Lead or co-lead small-group sessions as part of development programs.
• Collaborate with teachers to align activities with curriculum goals.
• Contribute to the design, delivery, and evaluation of student development initiatives.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program design

Positive behavior support

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.