Activity Specialist

RFCUNY Research Foundation of the City University of New York; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Brooklyn College Community Partnership (BCCP), operated under RFCUNY, seeks part‑time Activity Specialists for its DYCD‑funded COMPASS middle school programs at Brooklyn College. Specialists lead after‑school STEAM and enrichment activities across music, art, dance, theater, STEM, digital media, and podcast.

Responsibilities include designing lessons, creating engaging projects, ensuring safe and inclusive environments, and preparing students for culminations such as Artsfest showcases.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of NYC DOE Public School system.
• Commitment to equity and to implementing culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Strong interest in community work and youth development.
• Proficient in MS Office and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Design, organize, and lead high‑quality activities within the assigned specialty area (Music Production, Art, Dance, Theater, STEM, Digital Media, and Podcast).
• Create lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and aligned with program objectives.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Facilitate engaging, hands‑on experiences that promote skill‑building, collaboration, and confidence.
• Prepare participants for culminating events, including showcases, exhibits, or performances featured at BCCP’s Annual Artsfest.
• Provide support for homework help, enrichment sessions, and program‑wide activities as needed.
• Keep accurate attendance and activity documentation in compliance with DYCD requirements.
• Notify the Program Director of any incidents and ensure timely reporting.
• Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, and overall direction for their academic and SEL growth.
• Attend weekly check‑ins with supervisor and participate in ongoing professional development provided by BCCP and DYCD’s professional development partners.
• Comply with NYC DOE, DOHMH, DYCD, and NYS SACC regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Staff supervision

Program development

Communication skills

MS Office & Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY). The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries. We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.

Primary Location: BROOKLYN COLLEGE

Bargaining Unit: No

Brooklyn College Community Partnership (BCCP) seeks part‑time Music Production, Art, Dance, Theater, STEM, Digital Media, and Podcast Activity Specialists for its DYCD‑funded COMPASS middle school programs.

Activity Specialists lead structured after‑school STEAM and enrichment activities, including dance, sports, art, theater, music, youth leadership projects, video, photography, etc. With guidance from the Content Specialist, Activity Specialists design and facilitate lessons that foster creativity, academic enrichment, and social‑emotional development. Activities will culminate in projects, showcases, or performances that highlight participant achievements. Activity Specialists participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Design, organize, and lead high‑quality activities within the assigned specialty area (Music Production, Art, Dance, Theater, STEM, Digital Media, and Podcast).
• Create lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and aligned with program objectives.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Facilitate engaging, hands‑on experiences that promote skill‑building, collaboration, and confidence.
• Prepare participants for culminating events, including showcases, exhibits, or performances featured at BCCP’s Annual Artsfest.
• Provide support for homework help, enrichment sessions, and program‑wide activities as needed.
• Keep accurate attendance and activity documentation in compliance with DYCD requirements.
• Notify the Program Director of any incidents and ensure timely reporting.
• Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, and overall direction for their academic and SEL growth.
• Attend weekly check‑ins with supervisor and participate in ongoing professional development provided by BCCP and DYCD’s professional development partners.
• Comply with NYC DOE, DOHMH, DYCD, and NYS SACC regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of experience in a supervisory position, including management and development of program content, staff supervision, training, and coaching.
• Strong knowledge of NYC DOE Public School system.
• Commitment to equity and to implementing culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Strong interest in community work and youth development.
• Proficient in MS Office and Google Workspace.

Work Schedule: Various shifts available Monday - Friday, 2 to 5:30 PM, depending on the role.

About BCCP

The Brooklyn College Community Partnership (BCCP), operating under the fiscal sponsorship of RFCUNY, is a community‑based organization that provides youth development programs connecting Brooklyn College with surrounding neighborhoods. Through after‑school and extracurricular initiatives in NYC Public Schools and at the Brooklyn College Art Lab (BCAL), BCCP offers holistic, interdisciplinary programming rooted in the principles of Positive Youth Development. Our activities empower students, spark creativity, and support their academic, social‑emotional, and developmental growth while strengthening connections among youth, families, and the broader community.

Pay Range: $23 to $30 per hour.

RFCUNY Benefits

RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post‑award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post‑award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub‑awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub‑awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.