Culinary Activity Specialist: Winter 2026

East Harlem Tutorial Program•New York, NY

22d•$25 - $25

About The Position

We believe that great educational professionals make a difference for our students; without this, a school or program cannot succeed. A Culinary Arts Activity Specialist immerses scholars in a diverse range of culinary skills, from cooking techniques to food presentation. They foster creativity and mastery through interactive sessions, even in spaces without traditional cooking facilities. This specialist creates an inclusive environment where students explore and excel in culinary arts through hands-on and project-based learning approaches. We are a K-8 program, and while we will consider your preferences for placements, our Activity Specialists need to be willing and happy to work with any age range. This is to ensure that every student engages meaningfully throughout the school year. Additionally, you’ll lead weekly activities tailored to each grade level and inspire creativity in every classroom you're assigned to. Ultimately, as an Activity Specialist, you play a critical role in ensuring our scholars grow and have a positive learning experience.

Requirements

You have a high school diploma or equivalent
You hold yourself to high professional and ethical standards
You have at least 2 years of experience working with Elementary and/or Middle School students in an after-school or summer camp setting
You have experience working with diverse populations of students and communities
You have experience creating lesson plans around an end-of-term project or performance (project-based learning)
You are willing to be flexible in your role and adapt to program and student needs, including inclusive learning and SEL competencies
You have experience teaching culinary arts, including cooking techniques, baking, and food presentation
You are committed to continuous improvement and learning through professional development
You must be flexible and adaptable to program and student needs, willing to work with any age range from K-8

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with Program Leadership and Group Leaders to provide quality support to scholars
Embody and effectively model EHTP’s core values for students, including consistent and timely attendance
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants
Maintain accurate program documentation (sign-in/out, attendance, timesheets, behavior/incident reports)
Build and maintain positive relationships with families, scholars, and staff members in the program
Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events
Support a program community where restorative practices are actively modeled and used to navigate student and community challenges
Demonstrate a Team First mindset, through proactive contributions to the community, and advance their practice through reflection, development opportunities, participation in the professional community, and actively engaging families and community members
Submit lesson plans and all required materials promptly to program managers
Plan and implement meaningful, age-appropriate, exciting, challenging, and values-based activities and special events
Develop a project-based learning plan that supports the completion of three projects per school year and includes a showcase event
Provide flexibility for holiday camps and school-year programs
Perform additional tasks as assigned by program managers