Activity Specialist (August Martin HS - Jamaica, Queens)

Child Center Residential Treatment Facility • Queens, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Activity Specialist designs and facilitates project-based learning experiences within a specialization such as dance, step, and cheer. The role collaborates with site leadership to plan and deliver youth development activities, engages participants in specialty-area activities, and supports them through encouragement and resources. The specialist also coordinates specialty-area events and functions, prepares materials and supplies, and submits program and certification documents on time. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Two years of experience working with children and/or youth in the relevant specialization.
• Exemplary supervisory skills with elementary-level participants, as well as middle- or high-school-aged youth.
• Ability to motivate people.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines, and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with site leadership to plan, develop, and deliver quality project-based youth development activities.
• Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with participants, families, and school faculty.
• Coordinate events and functions in the specialty area, such as showcases, home games, productions, and culminating events.
• Engage participants in specialty-area activities.
• Support participants through encouragement and by providing resources.
• Prepare related paperwork, materials, and implementation supplies.
• Submit program and certification-related documents in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed