After-School Activity Specialist—Inspire Youth (2-6pm)

New York Junior Tennis League,Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Junior Tennis League, Inc. seeks an Activity Specialist to lead after-school activities at multiple sites across Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Manhattan. Schedule is Monday–Friday 2:00 PM–6:00 PM, up to 20 hours weekly, through the school year.

You will design project-based units, support youth development, and ensure safety and documentation while collaborating with staff. This part-time role offers meaningful community impact and opportunities to engage youth through arts, sports,

Qualifications

• Available during after-school hours 2:00pm-6:00pm, 20 hours per week.
• 2+ years' experience working with children or youth in group settings.
• Ability to plan structured activities and manage a group independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement sequential, project-based units and lesson plans in assigned specialty area.
• Align activities with program goals, youth interests, and DYCD/COMPASS-SONYC frameworks.
• Integrate social-emotional learning, teamwork, and youth leadership opportunities into activities.
• Prepare materials and supplies in advance; maintain an organized, safe activity space.
• Lead engaging, hands-on sessions that are inclusive and differentiated for various skill and grade levels.
• Establish clear expectations, routines, and positive behavior supports.
• Build strong relationships with youth; encourage participation, creativity, and persistence.
• Adapt activities as needed based on student responses, behavior, and feedback.
• Collaborate with Group Leaders, Tutors, and site leadership to coordinate schedules and support youth needs.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and planning sessions.
• Share progress, challenges, and recommendations for program improvement with supervisors.
• Ensure youth safety and supervision at all times, following agency and DYCD policies.
• Assist with attendance, sign-in/out, and other basic documentation as required.
• Care for and inventory program equipment and supplies related to the specialty area.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Youth development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college coursework

Job description

New York Junior Tennis League, Inc. seeks an Activity Specialist to lead after-school activities at multiple sites across Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Manhattan. Schedule is Monday–Friday 2:00 PM–6:00 PM, up to 20 hours weekly, through the school year.

You will design project-based units, support youth development, and ensure safety and documentation while collaborating with staff. This part-time role offers meaningful community impact and opportunities to engage youth through arts, sports,