Program Facilitator (January 2027 start date)

Retreat Facilitation

• 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 between September-March targeting 40-50 nights per year (which equates to 10-15 weeks between Aug - May).

Qualifications

• Experience facilitating interactive programs for students, grades 4th – 12th.
• Ability to work in teams of 2 – 3 retreat facilitators and musicians.
• Knowledge of positive character development and community building strategies.
• Proficiency in music performance, games, and activities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to travel frequently, up to 10-15 weeks between August and May.

Skills

• Positive character development and community building strategies.
• Music performance, games, and activities.
• Small group facilitation coaching.
• Effective communication skills.
• Travel coordination and management.

Pay

Basis of Pay: Salary, 10-month position
Salary Range: $40,000 - $55,000/yr for 10 month position, DOQ

Schedule

Work Schedule: Full Time (10-month position Late July - Late May), Mon-Fri

Location

Location: In-Office/Mobile. Edina, MN, includes Midwest and National Travel