Youth Leadership Faculty

Position Purpose: 

The purpose of this role is to support youth through engaging, in-person leadership and development programs. The faculty member will facilitate learning experiences, mentor youth, and contribute to curriculum development that aligns with the Islamic Leadership Institute of America’s (ILIA) educational mission. This role is central to cultivating responsible leaders within our community.

Role Qualifications:

• Experience working with youth in educational, mentorship, or developmental settings

• Strong understanding of leadership, and personal development

• Ability to deliver interactive and inspiring in-person sessions and workshops

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills

• Well-organized, self-driven, and collaborative in planning and program delivery

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Education, Youth Leadership, or related field

• Must be able to commute to ILIA’s Baltimore campus (Howard Park)

Preferred Attributes

• Familiarity with Baltimore’s youth demographics and community dynamics

• CPR/First Aid certified (or willingness to obtain)

• Comfortable leading both small and large youth groups

• Commitment to youth empowerment and community service

• Previous experience working with or volunteering for a nonprofit organization

• Islamic culture background is a plus

Responsibilities:

Instruction & Youth Engagement

• Lead or assist in delivering youth-focused leadership development courses, workshops, retreats, and group coaching

• Facilitate experiential learning activities in classroom and outdoor settings

• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

Curriculum & Content Development

• Develop lesson plans, hands-on activities, and discussion prompts tailored to ILIA’s learning objectives

• Create assessments or reflections to evaluate learning outcomes and growth

Mentorship & Support

• Serve as a role model and mentor to youth participants

• Support the emotional and spiritual development of students in alignment with ILIA’s values

• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure consistent and high-quality programming