After-School Tech Theatre Educator (Set & Prop)

Manhattan Youth; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Manhattan Youth is seeking several part-time After-school Teachers/Activities Specialists to lead tech theatre classes and assist with set building and prop making for the annual musical. Roles involve guiding students in social, emotional, and academic development and ensuring hands-on learning across arts and leadership activities.

Ideal candidates bring energy, creativity, and a commitment to teamwork. Positions run after school, 2:30–6:00pm, Monday–Friday, with schedule variability and

Qualifications

• 2+ years teaching experience with middle or elementary school children, after-school setting preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrative knowledge of and passion for content area, professional experience a plus.
• Experience with educational technology instruction and practice.
• Ability to build and maintain positive and respectful relationships with families, students and coworkers of diverse backgrounds and identities.
• Proactive problem-solver, able to anticipate issues and thoughtfully handle unanticipated events.
• Willingness to hear feedback, self-reflect, learn and work to improve performance and outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to articulate ideas and knowledge clearly.
• Multi-site flexibility (may be asked to work at different sites depending on need).
• Ability to love, understand, listen to, nurture, support, and accept all children.
• Proficiency or coaching in some of Manhattan Youth’s program areas (sports, arts, academic enrichment, leadership, etc…), past participation in varsity or college sports and/or theatre a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with Education Directors to design program curriculum.
• Create lesson plans and curriculum based on Manhattan Youth’s class descriptions and goals.
• Structure classroom instruction to promote student-centered, project-based learning.
• Plan, organize and prepare activities and materials for daily schedule and lead children in classroom activities.
• Promote and model Manhattan Youth’s core values and behaviors for staff and students.
• Collaborate with other staff to create a positive community and showcase of student work.
• Actively update Program Director regarding classroom progress and challenges.
• Participate in MY staff meetings, development sessions and comply with training requirements.
• Ensure safety of groups of children during classroom activities, recreation and field trips, and address emergency situations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Excellent communication

Proactive problem-solver

Multisite flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Manhattan Youth is seeking several part-time After-school Teachers/Activities Specialists to lead tech theatre classes and assist with set building and prop making for the annual musical. Roles involve guiding students in social, emotional, and academic development and ensuring hands-on learning across arts and leadership activities.

Ideal candidates bring energy, creativity, and a commitment to teamwork. Positions run after school, 2:30–6:00pm, Monday–Friday, with schedule variability and