Manager of Emerging Youth Programs Position Available In St. Louis City, Missouri

Manager of Emerging Youth Programs

LEAD STL

St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time $40,000 – $50,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Loan forgiveness Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications School experience Master of Social Work Bachelor of Science Curriculum development Master of Public Health Mid-level Working with high schoolers Master’s degree Driver’s License Supervising experience Education Bachelor’s degree Public Health Public health Organizational skills Budgeting Events management Social Work Leadership Bachelor of Arts Communication skills Master of Education Instructional design Full Job Description Founded in 2004 as “Cultural Leadership,”

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began as a partnership between the Black and Jewish communities to foster empathy, understanding, and leadership among high school students. By 2009, the organization expanded to include youth of all racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, deepening the impact and inclusivity of its programs. Today, LEAD STL equips middle and high school students with the knowledge, skills, and relationships to become agents of positive change. Through immersive experiences and courageous conversations about racism, antisemitism, and other forms of injustice, we empower young people to challenge inequity and lead with empathy—transforming their schools, communities, and the future of our region. We work to eradicate oppression in a divisive world by: Developing leaders and changemakers Connecting youth via immersive educational programming Building cross-cultural understanding through empathy and humility Welcoming diverse allies & partners​ The Manager of Emerging Youth is responsible for the coordination, implementation, facilitation, and continuous improvement of LEAD STL’s core middle school programs: the Emerging Changemakers Fellowship and Camp LEAD. This role combines leadership, logistics management, curriculum development, and relationship-building to deliver transformative experiences that promote youth leadership, cultural awareness, and social justice. As the lead facilitator for the Emerging Changemakers Fellowship, the Manager will guide monthly programming while also supporting Camp LEAD and other

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initiatives as needed. This position is an integral part of the programming team and contributes to curriculum development, facilitation planning, and overall program strategy.​

Program Facilitation & Leadership:

Serve as Lead Facilitator for the Emerging Changemakers Fellowship and support facilitation across LEAD STL’s middle school programs.

Curriculum Development & Evaluation:

Design and implement engaging, age-appropriate, and equity-centered curriculum; use feedback and data to drive continuous improvement.

Student Recruitment & Selection:

Lead recruitment efforts to build diverse cohorts through school, community, and organizational partnerships.

Family & Community Engagement:

Communicate regularly with families and partners; support inclusive events and promote ongoing engagement.

Trip & Event Coordination:

Plan and manage immersive experiences, including logistics, safety, and educational partnerships.

Team Supervision & Collaboration:

Recruit, train, and support seasonal program staff and facilitators; collaborate closely with the program team.

Operations & Budget Management:

Work with the team to keep things running smoothly, and take the lead on logistics and budgeting for Emerging Changemakers and Camp LEAD.

Alumni & Social Media Support:

Assist with alumni engagement efforts and contribute to mission-aligned content creation and communications.

Facilitation & Youth Engagement:

Skilled in leading interactive lessons and building relationships with middle school youth from diverse backgrounds.

Curriculum & Instructional Design:

Experience designing and adapting developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and anti-bias educational activities.

Program & Event Management:

Strong organizational skills; able to manage logistics, coordinate events or trips, and juggle multiple priorities.

Team Leadership:

Ability to lead and support teams, including volunteers or part-time facilitators; supervisory experience preferred.

Communication & Collaboration:

Excellent communicator with a team-oriented mindset; skilled at engaging families, educators, and partners.

Technical & Administrative Proficiency:

Comfortable with data tracking, budgeting, Google Workspace, and creating basic outreach materials. Bachelor’s degree required (B.A. or B.S.); degrees in education, social work, public health, or related fields preferred Candidates with or pursuing advanced degrees (e.g., MSW, MPH, M.Ed.) are strongly encouraged to apply Demonstrated experience facilitating programs for middle and high school students, especially around identity, leadership, or social justice Strong, working knowledge of minority identities, systemic inequity, and social justice movements Familiarity with

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programming or similar youth development/leadership models is a plus Commitment to social justice, youth leadership, and equity-centered education Availability for some weekend and evening programs and occasional travel Access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

Time Commitment:

Full Time Salaried (Exempt) Must be available to work 9 Sunday afternoons, three weekend retreats, and travel for a 3-day long-distance trip to Chicago in August for the Emerging Changemakers Program. Some evening availability will also be needed for student interviews, volunteer opportunities, and other events.

Pay:

$40,000 – $50,000

Reports To:

Executive Director Send a cover letter and resume with the subject line: Manager of Emerging Youth Programs to . Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have about the position, Emerging Changemakers, Camp LEAD, or

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in general. ​

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Loan forgiveness Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Evenings as needed Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person