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Manager of Emerging Youth Programs ​

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Organization Summary

Founded in 2004 as “Cultural Leadership,” LEAD STL 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.

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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​
   

Position Summary

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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.

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As the lead facilitator for the Emerging Changemakers Fellowship, the Manager will guide monthly programming while also supporting Camp LEAD and other LEAD STL initiatives as needed. This position is an integral part of the programming team and contributes to curriculum development, facilitation planning, and overall program strategy.​

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Responsibilities

• 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.

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Qualifications 

• 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.

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Education & Other Requirements

• 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 LEAD STL 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

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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.

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Pay: $40,000 - $50,000

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Reports To: Executive Director

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To Apply

Send a cover letter and resume with the subject line: Manager of Emerging Youth Programs to info@leadstl.org. 

 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have about the position, Emerging Changemakers, Camp LEAD, or LEAD STL in general. ​

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Manager of School & Community Partnerships 

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Organization Summary

Founded in 2004 as “Cultural Leadership,” LEAD STL 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.

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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​
   

Position Summary

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The Manager of School & Community Partnerships is responsible for the coordination, implementation, and ongoing development of LEAD STL’s externally facing youth programs, including school-based initiatives, cross-district partnerships, and community workshops. These programs engage students during the school day through immersive learning experiences that build empathy, challenge bias, and promote social justice education.

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This role blends program logistics, facilitation support, relationship management, and curriculum development. The Manager works closely with school districts, community partners, and facilitation teams to deliver high-impact programming across a range of settings. As a member of the LEAD STL programming team, this position also contributes to the strategic growth of external partnerships and supports curriculum development and implementation across all program areas.​

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Responsibilities

• Program Expansion & Management: Lead the growth of LEAD STL’s school-based partnerships and oversee external programming including immersive experiences, workshops, and Courageous Conversations.

• Cross-District Initiative Coordination: Manage programs that connect students across districts through facilitated dialogue and joint site visits to deepen cultural understanding and reduce bias.

• Program Design & Facilitation: Adapt and deliver culturally responsive curriculum rooted in LEAD STL’s core pillars; facilitate engaging workshops that inspire student voice and action.

• Partnership Development & Outreach: Build strong relationships with schools and community partners; represent LEAD STL at events and develop outreach strategies to expand program reach.

• Logistics & Administration: Oversee scheduling, transportation, materials, and communication to ensure smooth program delivery; maintain records and support ongoing evaluation.

• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Recruit and support seasonal staff and facilitators; collaborate across teams to ensure alignment and high-quality program implementation.

• Operations & Budget Management: Work with the team to keep things running smoothly, and take the lead on logistics and budgeting for school-based programs and cross-district initiatives.

• Alumni & Social Media Support: Assist with alumni engagement efforts and contribute to mission-aligned content creation and communications.

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Qualifications 

• Facilitation & Youth Engagement: Skilled in leading interactive lessons and building relationships with youth from diverse backgrounds, particularly in school settings.

• Curriculum Design & Instructional Strategy: Experience designing and adapting developmentally appropriate, equity-centered curriculum across grade levels.

• Program & Partnership Management: Strong organizational and project management skills; able to coordinate multi-site programs and build collaborative relationships with schools and community partners.

• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Experience supporting or supervising teams; thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

• Communication & Outreach: Excellent communicator with the ability to build trust and represent the organization effectively to external audiences.

• Technical & Administrative Proficiency: Comfortable with data tracking, budgeting, Google Workspace, and creating outreach or promotional materials.

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Education & Other Requirements

• 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 LEAD STL 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

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Time Commitment: 

   

Full Time Salaried (Exempt)

Must be available to work 9 Sunday afternoons, three weekend retreats, and local travel for a St. Louis Journey. Some evening availability will also be needed for student interviews, volunteer opportunities, and other events.

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Pay: $40,000 - $50,000

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Reports To: Executive Director

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To Apply

Send a cover letter and resume with the subject line: Manager of School & Community Partnerships to info@leadstl.org. 

 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have about the position, or LEAD STL in general. 

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Immersive School Partnership

Co-Lead Facilitator

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Organization Summary

Founded in 2004 as “Cultural Leadership,” LEAD STL 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.

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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

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The LEAD Immersive School Partnership is a year-long experience for high school students where our staff will equip students with tools and leadership skills to understand and identify inequity, and prepare them to “Stand up, Speak out, and Take action.” Students complete workshops with increased understanding of subject matter and commitment to sustained action and equity. The work has as its vision in “the head, hand and heart,” centering on 1) Cultural Competence; 2) Critical Consciousness; and 3) Service and Leadership.

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Position Summary

LEAD STL staff facilitate program curriculum, lead students on immersive experiences, and build meaningful relationships with them. The Co-Lead Facilitator is expected to communicate program updates and reminders by email and attend and co-lead facilitation for all programming, arriving beforehand to set up for events and greet students, and remaining afterwards to ensure every student is picked up and speaks with parents/guardians as needed.

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Responsibilities 

• Serve as a LEAD STL staff representative and co-leader of the school program, including assisting in managing program communications, directing LEAD team during programs, speaking with parents/guardians, and addressing day-of logistics.

• Assist in handling all program day-of logistics, including connecting with site partners or speakers, arriving early to set up, ensuring every student has been picked up, ensuring the site is left as it was found, and communicating with Executive Director if needed.

• Prioritize connecting with students, making sure that the majority of time at programs is spent speaking with them and building a working relationship with each participant.

• Learn LEAD STL’s School program curriculum, including attending orientation training.

• Facilitate programming to students, including engaging students in presentations, activities, and discussions on challenging topics.

• Lead students in large group, small group, and 1-on-1 conversations, as well as in journaling prompts.

• Collaborate with the facilitation team on plans for each program, including creating agendas, deciding team roles, and brainstorming ideas for sessions.

• Take responsibility for each student’s health and safety during all programming, including on field trips.

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Qualifications 

• Excellent program management and team management skills.

• Strong public speaking and facilitation skills.

• Demonstrated comfort and interest in working with high school students.

• Ability to develop strong 1-on-1 relationships with high school students.

• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, be flexible, and handle high-pressure situations.

• Excellent organization and communication skills.

• Team player who looks for ways to contribute and meet the group’s needs.

• Access to reliable transportation.

• Criminal and child abuse background checks are required if hired

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Education & Other Requirements

• Familiarity with working with high school students.

• Experience leading and coordinating high school programming.

• Knowledge of Black history, culture, and identity; Jewish history, culture, and identity; social justice movements (experience with LEAD STL programming is a plus).

• Knowledge of social justice education; experience with LEAD STL programming a plus 

• B.A./B.S. preferred

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Time Commitment:     

 

Programming occurs one Sunday a month September ‘25 through May ‘26 and as well as:  3 weekend retreats, St. Louis Journey, and Graduations & Courageous Conversations Event. Facilitators are also expected to attend an orientation prior to the start of the program

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Pay: $27.50/hour; Contracted position

 

Reports To: Manager of School & Community Partnerships

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To Apply

Send a cover letter and resume with the subject line: Immersive School Partnership Co-Lead Facilitator to info@leadstl.org. 

 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have about the position, School Partnerships, or LEAD STL in general. 

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Transformational Journey Leader

 

(Travel Dates: June 3 - 16 , 2026)

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Organization Summary

Founded in 2004 as “Cultural Leadership,” LEAD STL 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.

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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 Cultural Leadership Fellowship is a year-long leadership and advocacy program for 10th and 11th grade students. Students meet during monthly Sunday programs, three overnight retreats, and of course, the Transformational Journey.
 

Position Summary

Each year, Cultural Leadership students embark on the signature Transformational Journey through the East Coast and South where they visit sites and meet with individuals significant to Black and Jewish history and culture as well as social justice movements. This year’s trip will take place June 4- 17 and include visits to Washington DC,  Atlanta, Birmingham, Montgomery, Selma, Jackson, New Orleans, and Little Rock among others.  Past trips have included meeting with Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson and civil rights heroes as well as visiting museums and sites only our program has access to. We call this trip the Transformational Journey because it’s just that–transformational. After spending six months together learning and building relationships, this experience brings students together in a profound way as they engage in enlightening yet challenging subject matter together.  We’re looking for Journey Leaders who can support students on this journey, helping to lead a diverse group of 24 high school students on a 14-day trip while also providing facilitation and logistic support.  

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Responsibilities 

• Supervise and ensure safety of Cultural Leadership students during all aspects of Transformational Journey as part of a team (two other Journey Leaders and Program Director) 

• Lead and support facilitation of programming, including leading small and large group discussions and debriefs, creating energy-builder activities, and assigning journal prompts

• Work 1-on-1 with students to support them in writing and delivering short speeches about their Trip experiences

• Contribute to supporting trip logistics, including travel, meals, directions, and connecting with speakers and sites

• Maintain excellent communication with Journey Leadership Team and participate in daily leadership meetings to discuss trip logistics and strategies 

• Attend a training and orientation meeting prior to the trip at a mutually agreed upon date & time

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Qualifications 

• Excellent leadership skills, particularly in regard to leading small and large groups

• Excellent  written and verbal communication 

• Ability to multitask, problem solve, be flexible, and handle high pressure situations

• Familiarity with and ability to support high school students 

• Strong organizational skills

• Self-starter who can see the need and meet the need with limited direction 

• Team-player who looks for ways to contribute and meet the group’s given needs

• Criminal and child abuse background checks are required if hired

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Education & Other Requirements

• Familiarity with working with high school students.

• Experience leading and coordinating high school programming.

• Knowledge of Black history, culture, and identity; Jewish history, culture, and identity; social justice movements (experience with LEAD STL programming is a plus).

• Knowledge of social justice education; experience with LEAD STL programming a plus 

• B.A./B.S. preferred

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Time Commitment: June 3- 16, 2026 (days between 8- 14 hours) + Orientation in May 2026 

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Locations: Trip goes through the East Coast & South

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Pay: $2,000 

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Reports To: Director of Core Programming

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To Apply

Send a cover letter and resume with the subject line: Transformational Journey Leader to info@leadstl.org. 

 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have about the position, the Transformational Journey, Cultural Leadership, or LEAD STL in general. 

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