Activity Specialist

About Us

The Police Athletic League (or PAL) is New York City’s largest independent youth development organization. We operate diverse programs from Head Start, Day Care, and Universal Pre-K programs to elementary and middle school after-school programs, summer day camps, and summer Playstreets. We run evening teen centers, college readiness programs, youth employment, and juvenile justice programs. With over a century of service, PAL continues its evolution and remains a vibrant and vital New York City institution.

About the Role

We are currently looking for knowledgeable and passionate people to fill the part-time role of Activity Specialist in our after-school program. In this role, you will develop and implement a broad range of specialties in sports, STEM, leadership, performing arts, and visual arts. Activity Specialists work collaboratively with the Center Director and other staff to ensure participants gain new skills and meaningful experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate supervision at all times to ensure the health and safety of program participants.
• Serve as a positive role model for participants.
• Design, plan, and implement age-appropriate activities, which may lead to participants showcasing their learned skills during culminating performances or events.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Attend and actively participate in all required training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Maintain open and respectful communication with parents to support participants' success and build strong relationships.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• At least two years of experience working with young people ages 5-14.
• Demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following areas: STEM, Sports, Leadership, Performing or Visual Arts.
• Available to work during after-school hours, Monday-Friday, 15 hours per week.
• Available to attend all training sessions (in-person and online) and orientation.

Qualities We Value

• Desire to work directly with children.
• Open to feedback with a desire to grow professionally.
• Responsible, friendly, enthusiastic, patient, and actively engaged.
• Able to follow directions and adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• May be required to go up and down stairs.
• May have to lift or move objects, small furniture, or other program materials.
• Occasional engagement with community members and partners outside of the physical worksite, including attendance at off-site events, meetings, or outreach activities.

Pay

$18.00–$19.00 per hour (rate offered is commensurate with experience and credentials).

Benefits

• Paid training opportunities.
• Direct experience in youth development and program facilitation.

Location: PS 47 - Police Athletic League, Inc.