Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Signal Hill (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in the United States seeks a Youth Development Specialist in Education, Training & E-Learning to support students' academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers and staff.

You will help design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with resources, contributing to a nurturing, diverse culture and the school's mission to make a lasting impact on students’ lives

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and guidance to students.
• Lead small-group activities and discussions.
• Partner with educators to enhance student development.
• Develop programs that support academic and behavioral goals.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

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.