Part Time Director of Youth Development Full Time

SevenDays is seeking a part time (≈20 hours/week) Director of Youth Development who brings warmth, structure, and presence to our work with teens. This role is ideal for an experienced educator or youth professional who loves teenagers, knows how to run a tight program, and believes deeply in kindness, empathy, and leadership development.

Our teens are strong, curious, and capable. They need an adult who can engage them, guide them, redirect them when necessary, keep things moving on time, and help them grow into confident leaders—while making it feel fun, purposeful, and safe.

This person will steward and strengthen our existing Kindness Youth Leadership Team (KYLT) and help prepare the program for potential expansion into other communities.

What This Role Is Really About

• Building strong, trusting relationships with teens ages 14–18
• Creating organized, engaging, well-run youth programming
• Holding clear expectations while leading with kindness and respect
• Helping youth grow as leaders, speakers, and community members
• Representing SevenDays with professionalism to parents, schools, funders, and partners
• Supporting a proven program today while helping prepare for its future growth

Key Responsibilities

Lead and Care for the Kindness Youth Leadership Team

• Plan, schedule, and facilitate regular KYLT meetings, workshops, and special events
• Run meetings that are engaging, structured, and respectful of time
• Set clear expectations for youth behavior, participation, and leadership
• Coach teens through challenges, conflict, and course corrections when needed
• Create a space where teens feel seen, safe, and motivated to lead

Program Management and Organization

• Develop clear agendas, calendars, and timelines for youth programming
• Ensure smooth logistics for meetings, service projects, and retreats
• Maintain accurate records, schedules, and participation tracking
• Follow organizational policies related to youth safety and best practices
• Manage program budgets in collaboration with SevenDays staff

Communication and Representation

• Communicate confidently and professionally with parents, educators, board members, and community partners
• Serve as a strong public representative of SevenDays at youth events, schools, and community gatherings
• Support youth in public speaking, presentations, and leadership roles
• Share youth stories and program highlights with staff and stakeholders

Vision and Growth

• Sustain the quality and spirit of the current KYLT program
• Contribute ideas for future growth or replication of the program in other communities
• Work collaboratively with SevenDays leadership and board to follow or help refine an organizational vision
• Help document program structures and practices that support long-term expansion

The Kind of Person We’re Looking For

You might be a great fit if you are someone who:

• Enjoys teenagers and knows how to lead a room of high school students
• Is warm, approachable, and relational—but also firm and consistent
• Keeps meetings on track, starts and ends on time, and follows through
• Can redirect behavior calmly and clearly when needed
• Is equally comfortable talking with teens and speaking with adults
• Presents with confidence and professionalism
• Finds joy in mentoring young people while holding high expectations

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Youth Development, Social Work, or a related field
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience working directly with teenagers (ages 14–18)
• Strong facilitation, classroom, or group leadership experience
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, deadlines, and multiple priorities
• Commitment to SevenDays’ mission of kindness, empathy, and community impact

Strongly Preferred

• Current or former high school educator
• Experience leading youth leadership teams, councils, or service-learning programs
• Experience with social-emotional learning or character education
• Comfort guiding youth in public speaking and community engagement
• Experience working with parents, schools, or school districts

Benefits: This position is a 1099 position and does not offer benefits.

Compensation: $20,000-$24,000/year

To Apply

Please Submit

• A resume
• A cover letter describing your experience working with teenagers and leading youth groups

Send materials to Info@SevenDays.org with the subject line:

Director of Youth Development Application – Your Name

SevenDays is an Equal Opportunity Employer