After School Activity Enrichment Specialist

Brooklyn, NY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 20 - 35

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Counseling In Schools (CIS) is a dynamic community-based organization founded in 1986 with a mission to promote the emotional and social growth of children so that they can thrive in school and succeed in life. For nearly 40 years Counseling In Schools has created and fostered relationships with local schools homeless shelters and communities to enable New York Citys children to thrive academically socially and emotionally. Our expert team includes licensed mental health and youth development professionals who fully integrate into the community providing programs that equip children families teachers and administrators with the right tools for preventing and coping with the challenges they face. We envision and work toward a bright future full of possibilities where each child can flourish and reach their full potential.

Counseling In Schools is seeking passionate and enthusiastic people to fill the part-time role of an After School Activity Enrichment Specialist for the 25-26 school year. This role is critical to the successful operation of the Counseling In Schools school year programs at 3 school locations. You will help provide a safe and positive environment for school age children during opportunities for recreation learning interaction and academic/personal growth. Additionally you will lead activities prepare students to demonstrate newly acquired skills and organize trips while providing and maintaining a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Must have a strong interest in working with youth and have expertise in area(s) of specialty(STEAM Leadership Dance ArtMartial Arts Gymnastics Gaming Anime Cooking Gardening Theater Girls Who Code etc.)
Provide guidance and inspiration to help students approach area(s) of specialty with enthusiasmand confidence.
Responsible for developing weekly activity lesson plans in area(s) of specialty.
Facilitate activities that foster the development of new skills in children.
Ensure that age-appropriate activities are implemented for youth in grades K-8.
Maintain a safe healthy supportive and collaborative learning environment for students
Build positive relationships with youth and adults and serve as a role model with respect to demeanor communication behavior and community.
Model and uphold all agency and school policies and procedures
Quickly identify and seek to resolve conflicts and behavioral problems in consultation with theAssistant Program Director and Program Director.
Interact with parents and keep open lines of communication to better understand and work withthe youth

Qualifications:

Required:

A minimum of two years of experience or other equivalent training in area(s) of specialty(STEAM Leadership Basketball Chess Dance Art Martial Arts Gymnastics Gaming Anime Cooking Gardening Theatre Girls Who Code etc.)
A minimum of two years of work experience with youth.
Demonstrated skills and competency as an Activity Specialist.
Understanding of conflict resolution mediation and mentoring concepts.
Good communication skills both oral and written.
Familiarity with office protocols involving dress demeanor record keeping confidentiality staffmeetings visitors and employee use of supplies and equipment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Candidate must clear a security background check from the Department of Education andtheDepartment of Health.

Benefits & Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time Off:CIS provides sick time to all hourly employees employees earn one hour (1) of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked up to a maximum of (40) forty hours of paid sick leave per year.
Transit Check Program:To make your daily commute more convenient and cost-effective we provide a transit check program that allows you to cover transportation expenses using pre-tax dollars. This benefit contributes to a greener and more efficient commute.
Referral Bonuses: We all have friends in our field of work. Refer a friend or colleague to work at CIS and receive a bonus once they join our team!

**Benefits are subject to change.

Reports to: Community School Director or Program Director

Compensation: Salary Range: $20.00-$35.00 hourly; commensurate with experience

Additional Information:
School Year Schedule- Time slots available: MondayFriday 2:00 PM5:30 PM
We will consider candidates who can work 2 3 4 or 5 days a week.

Available Locations:
Brooklyn NY 11216 and 11219- Middle School
Bronx NY-10472-Elementary School

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Key Responsibilities:

Must have a strong interest in working with youth and have expertise in area(s) of specialty(STEAM Leadership Dance ArtMartial Arts Gymnastics Gaming Anime Cooking Gardening Theater Girls Who Code etc.)
Provide guidance and inspiration to help students approach area(s) of specialty with enthusiasmand confidence.
Responsible for developing weekly activity lesson plans in area(s) of specialty.
Facilitate activities that foster the development of new skills in children.
Ensure that age-appropriate activities are implemented for youth in grades K-8.
Maintain a safe healthy supportive and collaborative learning environment for students
Build positive relationships with youth and adults and serve as a role model with respect to demeanor communication behavior and community.
Model and uphold all agency and school policies and procedures
Quickly identify and seek to resolve conflicts and behavioral problems in consultation with theAssistant Program Director and Program Director.
Interact with parents and keep open lines of communication to better understand and work withthe youth

Qualifications:

Required:

A minimum of two years of experience or other equivalent training in area(s) of specialty(STEAM Leadership Basketball Chess Dance Art Martial Arts Gymnastics Gaming Anime Cooking Gardening Theatre Girls Who Code etc.)
A minimum of two years of work experience with youth.
Demonstrated skills and competency as an Activity Specialist.
Understanding of conflict resolution mediation and mentoring concepts.
Good communication skills both oral and written.
Familiarity with office protocols involving dress demeanor record keeping confidentiality staffmeetings visitors and employee use of supplies and equipment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Candidate must clear a security background check from the Department of Education andtheDepartment of Health.

Benefits & Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time Off:CIS provides sick time to all hourly employees employees earn one hour (1) of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked up to a maximum of (40) forty hours of paid sick leave per year.
Transit Check Program:To make your daily commute more convenient and cost-effective we provide a transit check program that allows you to cover transportation expenses using pre-tax dollars. This benefit contributes to a greener and more efficient commute.
Referral Bonuses: We all have friends in our field of work. Refer a friend or colleague to work at CIS and receive a bonus once they join our team!

**Benefits are subject to change.