Activity Specialist (P.S. 253 Randolph Holder - Far Rockaway, Queens)

Child Center Residential Treatment Facility • Queens, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Activity Specialist is responsible for designing and facilitating project-based learning experiences within a specialization and helping young people present those at end-of-semester showcases. Activity Specialists will work with multiple groups of youth of various grades to support skill-building, engagement, and enjoyment in the activity.

Requirements

• College Student or High School Graduate
• 2 years’ experience working with children and/or youth in your specialization
• Exemplary supervisory skills with elementary, middle, and/or high school-aged youth and aptitude for motivating people
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in one or more of the following: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others based on client needs

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with participants, families, school faculty, and Child Center colleagues and supervisors.
• Implement positive behavior management systems, focusing on clear expectations for youth behavior; verbal acknowledgement; and systemic rewards for demonstrating desired behaviors.
• Facilitate activities within your specialization (i.e. dance, team sports, visual arts, cooking, robotics, videography, drumming, etc.), culminating in an end-of-semester performance or showcase led by youth.
• Develop high-quality project-based lessons that are hands-on and engaging for youth.
• Engage participants in specialty area activities by providing encouragement, clear direction, and the necessary coaching and resources.
• Support program events & functions such as: showcases, exhibits, productions, culminating events, field trips, etc.
• Prepare related paperwork, materials, and activity supplies within required timeframes and expectations.
• Attend related curriculum and professional development opportunities to build personal/professional skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED