Arts Activity Specialist
About the role
New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic Arts Activity Specialists. Multiple Openings across 5 Boroughs!
Responsibilities
- Build strong relationships with and among students
- Knowledgeable and skilled in an Arts Activity and have prior experience successfully teaching and instructing youths
- Teach or co-lead daily activities
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff, school personnel, parents
- Support the coordination of program events
- Administer pre and post-assessments and evaluations for student activities
- Other duties as assigned.
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.