Creative After-School Arts & Media Instructor

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

In-person program

Job summary

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc. is seeking energetic part-time After-school Teachers/Activities Specialists for the 2026-2027 school year to lead media and visual arts activities across a range of mediums in NYC schools.

You will guide students’ social, emotional, and academic development in a dynamic, project-based learning environment, creating engaging curricula and promoting teamwork and positive behaviors.

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.

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.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student engagement

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc. is seeking energetic part-time After-school Teachers/Activities Specialists for the 2026-2027 school year to lead media and visual arts activities across a range of mediums in NYC schools.

You will guide students’ social, emotional, and academic development in a dynamic, project-based learning environment, creating engaging curricula and promoting teamwork and positive behaviors.