Program Facilitator (Late July 2026 start date)

Youth Frontiers•Edina, MN

48d•$40,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Retreat Facilitators facilitate interactive programs for students, grades 4th – 12th throughout the school year. Programming is primarily in person but may be virtual as well. Program facilitators work in teams of 2 – 3 retreat facilitators and musicians to deliver retreats that typically include specialized content rooted in positive character, games and activities.

Responsibilities

Equip students and schools with language necessary to build character and respectful communities by delivering YF programming through music, activities, public speaking, and small/large group discussion.
Facilitate roughly 3-4 interactive programs approximately 6-8 hours in length, to groups of 100+ students grades 4-12 each week, alongside 1-2 other YF staff. Retreats are off-site, at schools or other venues.
Generate a fun, engaging, and productive atmosphere through music performance, games, and other media.
Develop personal talks and/or music performances that align with program framework and meet expectations of program managers prior to retreat delivery.
Coach peer leaders and other volunteers on effective small group facilitation.
Travel to local Twin Cities, greater Minnesota, greater Midwest locations (WI, IA, ND, SD, NE) and nationally. Travel will be more frequent in the fall and winter targeting 40-50 nights per year (which equates to 10-15 weeks between Aug - May).
Follow all YF policies in all interactions with school contacts, teachers, administrators, students, and other guests.
Attend team meetings, trainings, special events, and other meetings as scheduled throughout the year.
Submit expense reports on a monthly basis for company credit card and personal reimbursements.
Respond to communication, including email and phone calls, in a timely manner.
Assist sales, programs logistics, internal operations, and other YF departments with other projects as assigned when not out on retreat.
Report to YF office when not out on retreat, unless otherwise instructed.
All positions at Youth Frontiers may perform other duties as assigned.