Youth Education Program Facilitator

Career Guide

Youth Education Program Facilitators lead academic and enrichment activities for school-age youth in after-school, summer, and community programs. They deliver lessons, manage groups, ensure safety, and track participation and outcomes while engaging families and school partners.

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Key Responsibilities

Deliver standards-aligned lessons and enrichment activities
Manage classroom/group dynamics and ensure youth safety
Adapt curriculum and materials to participant needs
Track attendance, assessments, and program outcomes
Communicate with parents/guardians and school partners
Coordinate volunteers and set up program spaces

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Site Coordinator / Program Lead

Program Manager (Youth Programs)

Program Director (Out-of-School Time)

Education & Outreach Coordinator

Transition Opportunities

K–12 Teacher (with state certification)

Paraprofessional / Teaching Assistant

Community Health Educator

Social Services Case Manager (Youth Services)

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Classroom management for mixed-age groupsSafeguarding and mandated reporting proceduresCurriculum adaptation for diverse learnersData entry and basic program evaluationTrauma-informed behavior supports

Development SuggestionsComplete Youth Mental Health First Aid and a classroom management course; volunteer as a tutor or mentor to practice lesson delivery and documentation.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry Level$32,000 - $40,000

Mid Level$40,000 - $48,000

Senior Level$48,000 - $60,000

Growth Trend

stable

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

Boys & Girls Clubs (local affiliates)YMCAPublic School Districts

Industry Sectors

EducationNon-Profit & Social ImpactGovernment & Community Services

Recommended Next Steps

Earn First Aid/CPR and Youth Mental Health First Aid; add Nonviolent Crisis Intervention if working with higher-need groups.

Volunteer or work part-time as an after-school tutor/mentor to build group management and lesson delivery experience.

Take a short course on trauma-informed practices and data tracking (e.g., NAA Core Knowledge & Competencies, basic Excel/Google Sheets).