Activity Specialist - Queens, NY

About the role

The Activity Specialist designs and facilitates project-based learning experiences within a specialization such as dance, music, baseball, basketball, or other sports. They collaborate with site leadership in planning, developing, and executing quality youth development activities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with site leadership in the planning, development and execution of quality, project-based youth development activities.
• Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with participants, families & school faculty.
• Coordinate events & functions in specialty area such as: showcases, exhibits, productions, culminating events, etc.
• Engage participants in specialty area activities. Provide support through encouragement and delivering resources.
• Prepare related paperwork, materials and implementation supplies. Timely submit all program and certification related documents.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2 years’ experience working with children and/or youth in your specialization.
• Exemplary supervisory skills at elementary level (middle school or high school aged youth).
• Aptitude for motivating people.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Skills

• Project management skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Event coordination and management.
• Resource management and preparation.

Benefits

The Child Center of NY offers a supportive work environment and competitive compensation package including health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and can vary based on the needs of the organization.

Benefits

The Child Center of NY offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V