Program Facilitator (January 2027 start date)

SUMMARY

:

Retreat Facilitators facilitate interactive programs for students, grades 4 th

– 12 th

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. 

POSITION CLASSIFICATION:

• FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
• Work Schedule: Full Time (10-month position Late July - Late May), Mon-Fri
• Location: In-Office/Mobile. Edina, MN, includes Midwest and National Travel
• Basis of Pay: Salary, 10-month position
• Salary Range: $40,000 - $55,0000/yr for 10 month position, DOQ
• Department: Programs
• January 2027 start date

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & DUTIES:

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).
• Follow all YF policies in all interactions with school contacts, teachers, administrators, students, and other guests.

General Administration:

• 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.