Activity Specialists are experts in their discipline (ex: Art, Dance, Literacy, Leadership, Music, STEM, Chess, Drama /Theater, Nutrition, Sports, etc.). Activity Specialists must be committed to positive youth development, who have a passion for what they do, and who are able to create and implement curriculum in an elementary school or middle school setting.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Model and uphold all Agency policies and procedures.
- Create a fun, nurturing, and educational environment through hands-on learning opportunities.
- Create and submit lesson plans on time according to the timeline set by the program.
- Facilitate engaging, age appropriate lesson plans.
- Responsible for maintaining classroom space in an organized and clean fashion.
- Quickly identify and seek to resolve conflicts and behavioral problems in consultation with the Director.
- Plan, organize and oversee varied activities with the support of Site Director, youth workers, and volunteers.
- Make periodic reports on program activities and evaluate participation, progress, and development of program youth.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- A minimum of two years of academic preparation in your discipline, or other equivalent training.
- Good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to speak professionally to staff, students, and school staff.
- Demonstrated skills and competency as an instructor
- Positive classroom management skills are a must
- Experience creating and facilitating relevant curriculum
- Effective organizational, stress and time management skills
JOB DETAILS
Hourly Salary: $21.00-$23.00
Location: MS 214: 1970 W Farms Rd, Bronx, NY 10460
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to ftaveras@commonpoint.org. Please include the Role “Sports Specialist” you are applying for in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration.