Activity Specialist: Volleyball (West Side YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The Harlem YMCA, part of the YMCA of Greater New York, is seeking an Activity Specialist to lead volleyball in the Y Afterschool program. This part-time role focuses on safe, engaging instruction, positive youth development, and culminating events.

Responsibilities include teaching fundamentals, supervising participants, coordinating activities with staff, and maintaining documentation. Requires volleyball certification and two years' youth experience; strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience with youth and volleyball activities.
• Formal certification in volleyball required.
• General knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to work with diverse youth and adults.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of participants at all times.
• Teach fundamentals of volleyball and build skill and confidence.
• Coordinate culminating performance at program end when applicable.
• Collaborate with Afterschool Counselors, staff, teachers, and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate program documentation and act as a positive role model.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership qualities

Diversity/inclusion

Volleyball instruction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College credits preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Activity Specialist: Volleyball (Harlem YMCA)

Part-Time / Regular

$44.00 - $48.00 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Harlem YMCA is seeking an Activity Specialist who will play a critical role in providing academic enhancement and enrichment in the Y Afterschool program, including Holiday Camps. The Activity Specialist will be responsible for providing a safe and positive environment for school-age children and for providing opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic or personal growth. Specifically, the Activity Specialist will prepare and deliver age-appropriate volleyball instruction for all grades in the Y Afterschool program.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times.
• Plan and implement meaningful activities and special events that are age-appropriate, exciting, challenging, and value-based.
• Teach participants the fundamentals of volleyball, including activities that build their level of skill and confidence.
• Coordinate and present a culminating performance at the end of the program cycle, if applicable.
• Work cooperatively with Afterschool Counselors, professional staff, teachers, and other program and school staff.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (sign-in/sign-out forms, attendance sheets, behavior reports, and incident reports, as appropriate).
• Serve as a positive role model for participants.
• Work with the Site Director to secure and maintain all equipment or supplies needed for the program activities.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the Y Afterschool Program to participants and caregivers.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians and caregivers through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas for growth.
• Prepare the learning environment, lessons, and necessary supplies for the program activities.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Desired Skills & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. College credits preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth, specifically working with children and planning volleyball activities.
• Formal certification in volleyball required.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults.

Benefits

• retirement benefits
• medical
• paid time off
• free YMCA membership

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Harlem YMCA, New York, NY