Part-Time Activity Specialist: SEL, Arts & STEAM Mentor

Police Athletic League, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings options

Generous paid time-off

Job summary

Police Athletic League, Inc. (PAL) seeks a Part-time Activity Specialist to develop and implement a range of specialty activities (SEL, dance, sports, STEAM, literacy, leadership, arts, college readiness).

You will oversee your area and collaborate with staff and site leadership under the Program Director and Content Specialist. Responsibilities include fostering social-emotional development, teaching activities, coordinating a culminating performance, and supporting students with IEPs.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum two years’ work experience in a nonprofit agency working with youth.
• Excellent classroom management, behavior management, and facilitation skills.
• Must show experience and competency in the material they would like to teach; a sample lesson will be part of the interview process.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively. Bilingual in Spanish, French, or Chinese preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster social and emotional competencies and wellbeing in a safe, inclusive environment.
• Teach fundamentals of a specialized activity to build skill and confidence.
• Coordinate and present a culminating performance at the end of the program cycle.
• Follow support plans for students with special needs and IEPs.
• Respond to time-sensitive mental health needs and provide referrals as needed.
• Work with staff, teachers, and program leaders.
• Build positive relationships with youth and caretakers and model professional behavior.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development as scheduled.

Skills

Classroom management

Facilitation

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish/French/Chinese)

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Police Athletic League, Inc. (PAL) seeks a Part-time Activity Specialist to develop and implement a range of specialty activities (SEL, dance, sports, STEAM, literacy, leadership, arts, college readiness).

You will oversee your area and collaborate with staff and site leadership under the Program Director and Content Specialist. Responsibilities include fostering social-emotional development, teaching activities, coordinating a culminating performance, and supporting students with IEPs.