Middlebury Youth Development Professional Lead

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement engaging, age-appropriate programs and activities aligned with Club priorities and youth development outcomes.
• Prepare program spaces, materials, and supplies to support daily activities.
• Support planned activities, theme weeks, and enrichment opportunities as directed.
• Follow program plans and guidance provided by Program Supervisors.
• Lead YDP staff to ensure program and staff expectations are met.

Youth Engagement & Relationships

• Build positive, respectful relationships with members that promote belonging and engagement.
• Use youth development strategies to support confidence, social-emotional growth, and positive identity.
• Model character, responsibility, and ethical behavior in daily interactions.
• Support a culture of respect, inclusion, and trust within program spaces.

Safety & Behavior Management

• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming program environment at all times.
• Ensure members understand and follow behavioral expectations.
• Respond to behavior concerns using developmentally appropriate and trauma-informed practices.
• Communicate incidents, concerns, or safety issues promptly to supervisors.

Program Space Management

• Keep assigned program areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Set up, maintain, and break down program spaces as needed.
• Ensure proper use and care of equipment and materials.
• Support smooth transitions between activities and program areas.

Attendance & Reporting

• Accurately record daily attendance and participation data as required.
• Support basic documentation related to incidents or program activities.
• Complete assigned administrative tasks in a timely and accurate manner.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Bilingual is preferred.
• Demonstrated competence working with school-age youth (ages 5-18).
• Minimum of one year of experience supervising youth in a group setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A positive, professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.
• A self-motivated individual with high level of responsibility and accountability.
• The ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 20 lbs and extended periods of standing or sitting.

Pay Range

$14.55 - $16.75 per hour