Primary responsibility is to independently conduct the Member Leadership Series conferences for middle school and high school students. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: facilitating conference curriculum*, providing counsel to participants, and motivating students. Previous teaching/facilitation experience is required. FFA knowledge is strongly preferred. Conference trainers will also handle administrative tasks which include, but are not limited to timely completion of expense vouchers, scheduling of their conference travel, and correspondence with state and national FFA staff. Applicants selected for this position will be ineligible to run for national FFA office. Specific program requirements and details are listed below:

MEMBER LEADERSHIP SERIES CONFERENCE DETAILS: 

Mandatory training: August 11th – August 15th, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana

Conference Season Beginning Date: on or before 9/1/2025

Conference Season Ending Date: on or before 6/30/2026

Conference Location: various locations

Compensation: $464 for training and $464 per conference, plus lodging, transportation and meal expenses. 

Specific Requirements: Facilitators are expected to have flexible availability for the majority of the conference season. Conferences are scheduled by state associations and typically range from 1-2 days in length, not including travel time. Facilitators work in pairs at conference locations and receive off-site support from National FFA Program staff. Average audience per conference ranges from 70-200 student participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must be confident facilitating student groups.
• Must be able to coach, evaluate, guide and motivate students.
• Must have the ability to establish deliverables to stakeholders.
• Must be able to perform the physical and mental demands of the position.
• Must be able to work independently and in pairs.
• Must have good interpersonal, listening and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to interact and work with a diverse group of internal and/or external customers.
• Must be able to effectively prioritize, organize and use time management skills.
• Must be able to problem solve/analyze.
• Must be computer literate and be able to make and receive phone calls.
• Must have the willingness to spend extra time planning for each conference.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have personal access to, and be able to use, a computer or laptop.
• Other duties as assigned.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate anywhere from 3-5 conferences for 7-12th grade FFA members.
• Work with conference host to determine deliverables.
• Facilitate lessons on leadership, including but not limited to topics surrounding: personal growth, creating impact plans and mission statements, values, strengths, and community service
• Administrative duties such as completing expense reports and scheduling travel.
• Participate in on-going coaching sessions. 

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

• Experience planning and facilitating conferences and workshops.
• Knowledge of local, state and/or national FFA activities.
• College degree earned or in progress (fields relating to agriculture, education or communications preferred).

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply for the 2025-2026 Member Leadership Series season, please follow the instructions below.

1. FACILITATION VIDEO: Film and submit a video using the outlined      requirements. You may choose from one of the two options for how you’ll      demonstrate your facilitation abilities in the video while still meeting      the requirements. Once filmed, videos should be uploaded to YouTube. For      more information and details, please consult our facilitation video frequently asked questions document.

a. Video Requirements:

i. Videos should showcase at least two of the following steps: setting context, giving directions, and/or processing learning.

ii. Videos should also focus on demonstrating your ability to build rapport with an audience and showcase your personality.

iii. Videos should take into consideration the conference setting as it relates to this position. 

iv. Videos will be reviewed to determine your overall facilitation skills. It’s encouraged to avoid using staged or scripted content.

v. Videos should NOT include extra graphics, music, underscore, etc.

vi. Videos should be 3-5 minutes in length.

Video Option 1) Facilitation Example (with a live audience) 

· Record a video facilitating content, of your choice, with a live audience (both in-person or virtual are acceptable). The video must meet the requirements above. Note: You may use the content linked below but it is not required for this option.

Video Option 2) Facilitation Demo (without a live audience)

· If you are unable to access a live audience during the application period, you may submit a video facilitating THIS CONTENT without an audience. The video must still meet the requirements above.

· After the facilitation demonstration, you should include an explanation for the two questions below in your video.

1. How would you check for student understanding throughout the activity?

2. How would you build rapport with students throughout the activity?

b. Submitting Videos:

i. Videos should be uploaded to YouTube and saved as a public video.

ii. A link to the YouTube video should be added to the application question that says, “Add your facilitation video link here, if applicable.”

iii. Be sure the link is accessible to public view.

Uploading your video: Please upload your video to YouTube. This will require you to create an account if you don’t already have one. Visit https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/57407?hl=en if you need assistance uploading videos. A link to the YouTube video should be added to the application question that says, “Add your facilitation video link here, if applicable.”

2. Click the link below to complete the online application process and upload a current resume. Be sure to include a cover letter, at least three references and the link to your video in the one resume file that you upload. All of the elements (cover letter, resume with video link, references) must be contained in a single file that you upload in the application wizard.

 Note: If you have worked for the National FFA Organization as a conference trainer for State Officer Programs, Washington Leadership Conference, Member Leadership Series or have served as a National FFA Officer within the previous three years and completed your employment in good standing, you do not need to submit a video. A cover letter, resume and completed application are required for all applicants. 

Applicants must have applied and submitted all materials through the application system and preference will be given to those that apply by April 17th, 2025 at 5:00 PM EST.

Applicants selected for this position will be ineligible to run for National FFA Office or serve on the National FFA Officer Nominating Committee.