Activity Specialist (Summer Day Camp)

#DegreesNYC; City of Beacon (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Activity Specialist for their Summer Day Camp program. This role focuses on engaging youth through creative activities such as Art, Dance, and Music, while fostering their social-emotional growth in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and a passion for youth development. Join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the community and help shape the future of young individuals in a fun and dynamic setting. If you're ready to inspire creativity and growth, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with one year of experience working with children.
• Certifications such as CPR/First Aid are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster a learning environment that stimulates children’s creative growth.
• Maintain supervision and ensure safety at all times.
• Deliver educational, recreational, and cultural programs.

Skills

Experience working with children

Group participation planning

Supervision skills

Physical ability for active duties

Team collaboration

Education

Some college education

Job description

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Organization Overview: The Goddard Riverside Community Center (Goddard Riverside) and the Stanley M. Isaacs Center (Isaacs Center) are well-established Manhattan community-based agencies supporting services to approximately 30,000 New Yorkers. We are two of New York City’s leading human services organizations, meeting the needs of children, youth and families, homeless individuals, and older adults throughout Manhattan and New York City. We work daily for a fair and just society where all people have the opportunity to make choices that lead to better lives for themselves and their families.

Program Description: Goddard Riverside Community Center collaborates with the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development to alleviate poverty and provide opportunities by operating a Beacon Community Center on the Upper Westside. Beacon Centers serve youth from Kindergarten to age 21 and adults 22+, offering year-round programs on weekdays, weekends, and in summer, tailored to community needs.

Position Summary: Activity Specialists work with co-ed children across different age groups in areas such as Art, Chess, Computer Science, Fitness, Dance, Music, and Storytelling, fostering creative expression. They collaborate with Group Leaders and staff to support children's social-emotional growth within a positive, creative environment, emphasizing social and intellectual development.

Hourly Rate: $20.00-$25.00

Schedule: 3 days a week, Monday to Friday, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm (summer camp from June 23, 2025, to August 15, 2025)

Qualifications: Candidates must meet the required qualifications, with salary based on experience and additional qualifications. Must be at least 18, have at least one year of experience working with children, and be able to attend training. Additional preferred qualifications include some college, ability to work collaboratively, a passion for youth development, and certifications such as CPR/First Aid.

Responsibilities include:

1. Fostering a learning environment that stimulates children’s creative growth.
2. Demonstrating professionalism and collaborating with teams.
3. Maintaining supervision and ensuring safety at all times.
4. Incorporating the summer theme into projects.
5. Delivering educational, recreational, and cultural programs.
6. Encouraging participation and social skills development.
7. Teaching and supervising activities in expertise areas.
8. Fulfilling administrative tasks like planning, attendance, and incident reports.
9. Enforcing rules and managing behavioral issues.
10. Following emergency procedures and safety guidelines.
11. Attending staff training and meetings.
12. Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills and Requirements:

• Create and implement group participation plans.
• Supervise children effectively.
• Physical ability to perform duties, including bending, kneeling, walking.
• Work mainly indoors with some outdoor activities.

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