Activity Specialist Part-Time

Summary

Responsible for developing and leading a broad range of academic, social, recreation, and artistic (visual) activities that promote creativity, self-expression, teamwork, discipline, commitment, and fun learning.  In consultation with the Content Specialist and Program Director, plan, organize, and manage related programs, staff, and volunteers, and perform administrative duties to support and facilitate the primary functions above.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of academic preparation in an arts or recreation discipline, or other equivalent training.
• A minimum of two years of work experience in a non-profit youth or social service agency with supervisory experience.
• A minimum of two years of experience working with youth in an elementary setting. 
• Demonstrated skills and competency as an instructor and artist.
• Understanding of conflict resolution, mediation, and mentoring concepts.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.  Ability to speak professionally to staff, members, parents, group, and community residents.
• Familiarity with office protocols involving dress, demeanor, record keeping, confidentiality, staff meetings, visitors, and employee use of supplies and equipment.
• Must be able to pass the OCFS and Department of Education central clearance requirements.
  
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Duties

• Model and uphold all Agency policies and procedures
• Ensure that age-appropriate activities are implemented for youth in K-5th grades.  Plan, organize, and oversee varied activities with the support of the Program’s leadership staff, Group Leaders, volunteers, and other specialty staff.  At all times, ensure safety, structure, and learning.
• Work with the Content Specialist to ensure activities are aligned with NYS Education Standards and support the goals of the school's participants.
• Provide ideas and suggestions to the Content Specialist and Program Director for improving programs as often as possible.  When presenting a problem or offering constructive criticism, also present an alternative solution.
• Build positive relationships with youth and adults and serve as a role model with respect to demeanor, communication, and behavior.  
• Provide directions to group leaders in a manner that ensures that program areas are neat and clean, and that equipment and supplies are managed appropriately.
• Quickly identify and seek to resolve conflicts and behavioral problems in consultation with the Program Director.