Summer Activity Specialist - New York, United States - Henry Street Settlement

Henry Street Settlement

Verified Company

New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Overview:

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Schedule:8 am to 5 pm, 9 am to 6 pm, or 10 am to 6 pm schedule depends on program location.
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Temporary: June 1, 2024, through August 23, 2024

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Type:Exempt

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Location:Fully onsite in the Lower East Side

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Pay:$22 an hour

Qualifications and Responsibilities:

High School Diploma required and enrollment in college in a related field (Education/Social Work/Sociology, etc.) preferred.
Minimum of 2 years experience working in an after school or camp setting leading activities and developing lesson plans.
Strong content knowledge of engaging recreational and artistic activities for youth.
Thorough knowledge of classroom management, behavior management, and positive youth development principles.
Interest in providing quality handson theme based projects, and recreation experiences to youth in grades K
Experience preparing program participants for sharing's, culminating events, and exhibits.
Experience working with youth from diverse backgrounds in schools and community center settings.
Strong professionalism with the ability to take on multiple responsibilities, be flexible, and possess a positive teamoriented attitude.
Selfmotivated with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong understanding of the after school program model with the ability to enforce program expectations and department policies.
Passionate about providing quality artistic and recreational experiences to youth of all ages.
Must be able to work five days a week Monday-Friday from 8 am to 6:00pm.
Coteach with other specialist in the classroom and lead groups in creative artistic and recreational activities.
Find/Create opportunities for students to learn and build upon their skills and interests.
Maintain records of all participants and activities including attendance sheets and progress within the activity.
Attend mandatory trainings in compliance with NYC DOH regulations.
Provide agency with all of the required paperwork, certifications, and support documents in compliance with NYC DOH regulations.