Employment Opportunities at LifeWise StL

At LifeWise StL, we value diversity in our workplace and the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create a culture that appreciates differences. We are dedicated to ensuring all employees feel acknowledged and respected.

Middle School Youth Development Specialist (Summer)

Supervisor: Prescott W. Benson, MA – Director of Young Scholars Program & Young Scholars Summer Camp Academy
Type of position: Summer Seasonal / Full-Time
Salary Range: Based on education and experience

About LifeWise StL: Rooted in our foundation as Kingdom House since 1902, our mission is to help individuals and families achieve economic well-being by providing high-impact, relationship-based programming and by addressing systemic barriers to their success.

Position Summary:

As a leader of the Middle School Scholars at LifeWiseStL Summer Camp, you will play a pivotal role in helping Middle School Scholars gain critical Academic and Life skills. Necessary for future success in High School College, and Career, which includes the following: Organization, Self Advocacy, Communication, Creativity, Critical and Independent Thinking, and Community Service.

Knowledge, experience and skills in the following areas are required – Academic and Organizational Skills, Adolescent Development, Social-Emotional Learning, and Healthy Life Skills.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Your primary focus will be on nurturing the academic and critical/independent thinking skills of Middle School Scholars, the ability to analyze information from multiple sources and use it to make informed decisions.
  • Inculcating strong study skills that will prepare them for the rigor of High School and College.
  • The capacity to recognize and guide Middle School Scholars as they transition from one elementary development milestone to another, which will encapsulate the next 10 or so years of their lives.
  • Foster an environment that helps increase self-awareness and self-regulation, expression, advocacy, communication, emotional intelligence, collaboration, and taking ownership of actions and decision-making
  • Helping to foster an environment that puts a premium on Time Management, Organization, goal-making, and positive risk-taking
  • Ensuring the necessary organization and time-management skills to navigate college academics, personal lives, and career
  • Help Scholars understand the importance of nutrition and physical care, and social-emotional care for the body, and the avoidance of risky behaviors.

Camp Training: Will be held from June 1 to June 5, 2026, providing an opportunity for preparation and team building before the program begins.

Program Dates: Monday, June 8 – Friday, July 24

Educational and Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in education, social sciences or related field with 3-years of experience or 5 years’ experience working with the Middle School population in a school or Youth Development Agency setting i.e. YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs etc.

Additional Skills:

  • Ability to develop nurturing relationships with each scholar and encourage positive interactions among Middle School Scholars.
  • Competence in the use of computers for educational and communication purposes.
  • Ability to lift to fifty (50) pounds and pass comprehensive background check.

How to Apply:

Send a resume and cover letter to jobs@lifewisestl.org. In the subject line, please write “Middle School Youth Development Specialist.”

LifeWise StL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Part-Time Reading Specialist (Summer)

Supervisor: Prescott W. Benson, MA – Director of Young Scholars Program & Young Scholars Summer Camp Academy
Type of position: Summer Seasonal / Part-time 20 hours per week
Salary Range: Based on education and experience

About LifeWise StL: Rooted in our foundation as Kingdom House since 1902, our mission is to help individuals and families achieve economic well-being by providing high-impact, relationship-based programming and by addressing systemic barriers to their success.

Program Description: LifeWiseStl Summer Camp is a multicultural reading program designed to acquire literacy skills that lead to mastery of “The Big Five”: Phonological Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Reading Comprehension. Also, the program helps build social/emotional skills (empathy, Self-Regulation, etc.) through reading texts and other enrichment opportunities. The students will also learn about prominent figures in St. Louis and participate in a community advocacy project, giving teachers a chance to make a meaningful difference in young lives.

Job Description:  The main duties and responsibilities of a Reading Specialist shall include the following:

  • To teach (according to LifeWise curriculum and guidelines) and educate students according to the educational needs, abilities, and attainment potential of individual students.
  • Planning, preparing, and delivering lessons in ELA, Reading, and Math to all students in the class. Developing pre- and post-test aligned with DESE standards.
  • Teaching according to the educational needs, abilities, and achievement of the individual students and groups of scholars.
  • Assigning work, correcting, and marking work carried out by their student scholars. And recording and reporting on the development, progress, attainment, and behavior of one’s scholars.
  • Promoting the general progress and well-being of individual scholars, groups of scholars, or classes entrusted to them.
  • Communicating, consulting, and cooperating with other members of the summer staff, including those having posts of special responsibility and parents/guardians to ensure the best interests of scholars.
  • Contributing to the professional development of summer staff according to arrangements agreed with the Program Director and Site Coordinator at LifeWise STL.
  • Maintaining good order and discipline amongst scholars under one’s care and always safeguarding their health and safety.
  • Participating in staff, groups, or other meetings related to the summer school curriculum, debriefs, field trips, and all other duties performed.
  • Performing bi-weekly assessments of skills taught in math and ELA; Other duties as assigned by Site Coordinator or Program Director.

Camp Training: Will be held from June 1 to June 5, 2026, providing an opportunity for preparation and team building before the program begins.

Dates: Monday, June 8 – Friday, July 24th (7 weeks, approximately 20 hours per week with 90 minutes for lesson planning daily and two days off Friday June 19th and Friday July 23rd.

Job Requirements: BA in Elementary Education with 3-5 years of experience; certification preferred. Private and Charter School Teachers who meet the experience requirements will be given consideration.

How to Apply: Send a resume and cover letter to jobs@lifewisestl.org. In the subject line, please write “Summer Reading Specialist.”

LifeWise StL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Early Childhood Center Lead Teacher

Salary Range:  $18 – $22 per hour

Position Description: LifeWise StL is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher to join our Early Childhood Center team. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact the lives of children aged 6 weeks to 5 years by providing nurturing care and innovative educational experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for early childhood education, a positive and nurturing attitude, and a commitment to professional growth. Both part-time and full-time positions are available.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Child Interaction and Educational Leadership

  • Interact with children in a warm, positive, and nurturing manner.
  • Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.
  • Use learning time effectively, managing daily routines and transitions to support children’s learning and kindergarten readiness.

Classroom Management and Maintenance:

  • Follow and improve opening and closing procedures, ensuring cleanliness and organization of the classroom.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment, and report items in need of repair to the Director.
  • Carry out daily classroom procedures, such as medication distribution, dietary plans, hand washing, and cleaning/sanitizing.

Professional Development and Parent Engagement:

  • Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth by attending and actively participating in all service trainings, conferences, and staff meetings (minimum of 18 hours per year as required by Missouri Accreditation Standard).
  • Engage parents in understanding developmental milestones and classroom activities.
  • Communicate regularly with parents about their child’s progress and any issues that may arise, providing opportunities for family involvement.

Required Experience and Skills:

Educational Requirements:

  • Associate’s (AA) or Bachelor’s (BA) degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field. Applicants should have completed at least 10 to 12 early childhood education classes.
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification is preferred. Candidates without this certification should be willing to obtain it within 2 years of hire.
  • Previous teaching experience in early childhood education is highly desirable.

Professional Experience:

  • At least 3 credit hours in early childhood education or a related field, with experience working in a group setting, preferably in an early childhood education environment.

Additional Skills:

  • Ability to develop nurturing relationships with each child and encourage positive interactions among children.
  • Competence in the use of computers for educational and communication purposes.
  • Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds, pass a background check, and complete a pre-employment drug test and TB test.

How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a cover letter to jobs@lifewisestl.org, with “Lead Teacher” in the subject line.

LifeWise StL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Disaster Case Manager, Older Adult Specialist

Job Status: Full-time, Exempt, On-Site, 40 hours/week
Salary: Base salary $5,000 monthly for 7 months (prorated salary of $60,000 annually) with benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, life insurance, etc.)

Position Description:  In response to the May 16 tornado, LifeWise StL and many partners created the Senior Support Team to provide compassionate, client-centered support to impacted older adults. The Senior Support Team’s mission is to help adults 60 and older stabilize and recover from the disaster to the extent possible given available resources.

The Disaster Case Manager, Older Adult Specialist serves as a specialized advocate and primary contact for disaster-affected older adults, designing and implementing personalized recovery plans, coordinating with community partners, entering data with accuracy and guiding clients through a structured recovery process.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Client Recovery & Case Management

  • Serve as the main point of contact for a caseload of disaster survivors who are older adults, offering crisis advocacy, resource navigation, and detailed referral services.
  • Conduct intake assessments to identify unmet disaster-related needs and develop comprehensive, individualized long-term recovery plans.
  • Maintain consistent and responsive communication through in-person, phone, or virtual meetings based on client need.
  • Facilitate access to housing restoration, FEMA assistance, mental health support, and other recovery services.

  2. Data Entry & Documentation

  • Record client interactions, case notes, financial expenditures, progress updates, and referrals using agency systems.
  • Adhere to confidentiality guidelines and Safe From Harm protocols.

  3. Coordination & Advocacy

  • Collaborate with local recovery groups, community organizations, and other agencies to advocate for clients and ensure equitable access to resources.
  • Monitor client progress, adjust recovery plans as needed, and coordinate escalation for additional support or funding.
  • Maintain expertise in funding available in the community, ensuring clients are connected to the most effective and timely financial recovery resources.

  4. Travel & Field Work

  • Visit clients in various settings including homes, agencies, or community locations; reliable transportation is required, with mileage reimbursement provided.

Required Experience and Skills:

  • Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, counseling, education, or related field required.
    Master of Social Work (MSW) preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of one year of relevant experience in case management, social services, or disaster recovery. Experience working with older adults preferred. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations in high-stress environments.
    Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, collaborative environment. Must be able to work independently and work with minimal supervision in the field. Provide ethical and sound judgment when advocating and servicing clients in need
  • Knowledge and Skills: Proficient in data entry, case management documentation, and knowledgeable in client management software plus general office tools. Proficiency in Google Workspace suite preferred (Docs, Sheets, etc.)
  • Personal Attributes: Excellent communication, active listening, empathy, adaptability, attention to detail, and crisis resolution skills. A committed advocate, collaborator, and ethical steward of client trust and confidentiality.
  • Logistics: Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and capacity to travel for home visits and outreach activities are required. Participate in staff meetings, program meetings, strategic planning, and other community meetings as required. Attend required trainings and recommended professional development and networking opportunities to advance personal and organizational capacity (paid for by LifeWise StL)

Position Details:

  • Duration: February-August, probable renewal based on funding opportunities
  • Compensation: Base salary $5,000 monthly for 7 months (prorated salary of $60,000 annually) with benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, life insurance, etc.)

How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a cover letter to jobs@lifewisestl.org, with “Disaster Case Manager/Older Adult Specialist” in the subject line.

LifeWise StL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.