Arts Activity Specialist

About the role

New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic Arts Activity Specialists. Multiple Openings across 5 Boroughs! Apply: here.

Responsibilities

• Lead after school programming for children and teens at New York Edge after-school program sites.
• Support the curriculum and instruction department team by designing lesson plans and implementing curricula across New York Edge program sites.
• Support the program director by preparing activity materials and explaining principles, techniques, and safety procedures to student participants.
• Establish clear goals and objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those goals and objectives to students.
• Build strong relationships with and among students.
• Teach or co-lead daily activities.
• Administer pre and post-assessments and evaluations for student activities.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• College credits and/or degrees are highly preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in Arts Activities and have at least one year experience.
• Experience working with children strongly preferred.

Schedule

Part-Time: Monday-Friday (2:30 pm- 5:30 pm)

Pay

$20-25/hour (based on experience and credentials)

Benefits

At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and the Department of Health.

Skills

All summer activity specialists are required to complete a mandatory 3-hour curriculum and instruction training before the start of summer camp. This training will be offered on June 23rd, 24th, or 25th; please note that these dates are subject to change.

Benefits

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. New York Edge provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.