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    Activity Specialist - Jamaica, United States - Southern Queens Park Association

    Southern Queens Park Association
    Southern Queens Park Association Jamaica, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Job Description

    Job DescriptionSalary: 19.00

    SUMMARY

    The Southern Queens Parks Association is looking for a dynamic individual to join the team as an Activity Specialist for the COMPASS/SONYC program headquartered at Roy Wilkins Park during the summer season. The Comprehensive Afterschool System of NYC (COMPASS) serves young people enrolled in grades K-12. SONYC, which stands for School's Out NYC, is the COMPASS' middle school model that serves as a pathway to success for youth in 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Structured like clubs, the model offers youth choice in how they spend their time; provides rigorous instruction in sports, arts and youth leadership. NYC becomes the classroom through trips and opportunities for instruction beyond the traditional facilities. Programs are offered 3 hours each day, 5 days per week during the school year. Services are also offered during the summer months. This specific outreach operates under the SQPA umbrella through use of its facilities, programming and thought leaders.

    ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

    The Activity specialist should have an interest in working with youths. They should show expertise in one or more disciplines or content-specific program activities or subjects such as dance, drama, STEAM, sports (typical and playground games), or other activity or subject that enriches the experiences of children and youth. The Activity Specialist is responsible for creating age-appropriate activities and to also monitor student progress. The Activity Specialist also provides academic support to meet the specific needs of students. The instructor will be responsible for developing lesson plans and implementing activities in accordance with the safety rules and regulations that coincide with departmental rules, regulations, and safety practices.

    Primary Job Duties:

    • Provide general supervision of students during program operating times and ensures a safe environment.
    • Keep all activities, equipment, and facilities clean, sanitized, safe, and in working order in compliance with program guidelines and procedures.
    • Promote independent growth by encouraging critical thinking, working in partnerships, and collaborative groups.
    • Communicate and encourage positive feedback on the students' progress and accountability.
    • Escorts students from one activity to another in an orderly manner.
    • Plan and demonstrate strong knowledge of the curriculum and varied instructional methodologies when working collaboratively with staff.
    • Should be willing to participate in staff satisfaction surveys, evaluations, and reviews.
    • Attends mandatory staff program trainings and meetings.
    • Provide supervision, direction and feedback to program youth, support staff, interns, and volunteers.
    • Maintains regular open communication with parents, staff, and direct supervisors; report any incidents and concerns to the Assistant Site Program Director and Site Program Director.
    • Keep daily records of all inspections, uses, participants, and incidents for equipment and facilities.
    • Perform other role related projects assigned at the discretion of the Assistant Site program Director and Site Program Director.

    COMPENSATION

    • Part-time in-person role that will be paid $19 per hour.

    COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

    SQPA welcomes applications from all, and strongly encourages women, people of color, people with disabilities, immigrants, refugees & LGBTQ people to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization and recruiting a team that reflects the diversity of our community.

    Schedule:

    • 6 hrs. each day / 8 hrs. on a Friday
    • Approximately 30 hours per week

    WHO WE ARE

    Established in 1976, Southern Queens Park Association's mission is to coordinate and provide comprehensive programs for children, youth, adults, families, and seniors residing in Southern Queens. SQPA finds innovative ways to combine its stewardship of the 54-acre Southern Queens-Roy Wilkins Park with its mission to enhance the quality of life of residents in Southern Queens.

    SQPA has strategically located service sites throughout Southern Queens and was constituted to actively combat the social issues that challenge or impact the quality of life in the geographic area in and around Jamaica, Queens. SQPA is not a part of the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation but is an anchor institution that serves as an intermediary, facilitator, organizer, advocate, provider, and sanctuary.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Please fill complete the application and include all requested documents.

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