Afterschool Activity Specialist- Visual Arts, Photography and/or Sports (Brooklyn)

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •2 years of experience working with youth in a classroom or group setting
• •Experience successfully instructing youth in the arts
• •College degree in the Arts or Education, or equivalent experience
• •Familiarity working with Students with Disabilities and English Language Learners
• •Passion for inclusion and advocacy in the arts
• •Enjoy working with youth in a team environment
• •Effective writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• •Must be punctual, responsible, resilient, and reliable
• •Self-motivated, highly efficient, and able to problem-solve
• •Able to pass all NYS SACC clearances and background checks inclusive of a work physical and TB
• •Must be able to pass all NYS SACC clearances and background checks inclusive of a work physical and TB

Desired Qualifications

• •demonstrated previous experience in their trained specialty, ideally in NYC public school settings
• •ideally in NYC public school settings
• •Share our belief in the power of experiential learning
• •Specialty Area(s): Visual Arts, Photography, and/or Sports
• •Expertise in a Specialized Area: Ability to develop & deliver age-appropriate, hand-on, and interactive activities & lesson plans; Strong knowledge & passion in area of expertise
• •Child Development & Behavior Management: Understanding of child development stages & the diverse needs of students; effective classroom management & behavioral management skills; ability to implement positive reinforcement techniques & address behavioral issues with empathy & support
• •Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal & written communication skills; ability to build & maintain positive relationships with various stakeholders, departments, & staff; collaborate effectively with program leaders & other staff; clear & transparent communication
• •Planning & Organization: Ability to develop lesson plans & organize materials needed for activities
• •Problem-Solving & Decision Making Skills: Ability to identify problems and make decisions in a timely manner
• •Safety & Supervision: Prioritizing safety, knowledge of procedures, active supervision, & emergency preparedness
• •Positive Role Modeling & Mentorship: Demonstrate positive behaviors & provide guidance, support, & encouragement to others; fostering personal & professional growth
• •Professional Development & Adaptability: Commitment to continuous learning & professional development; adaptability & flexibility to meet needs of youth
• •Creative and engaging activity specialist
• •experience leading structured activities in areas like sports, arts, or STEM
• •foster a positive, inclusive environment
• •developing students' skills
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
• •Work with program staff to prepare & develop age, and skill appropriate specialized activities (STEM, dance, visual arts, etc.) that fuse the arts & academics
• •Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, & leadership skills
• •Work with program leaders, school administrators, and various staff to ensure the safety & security of all participants and that all policies are being complied with
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours