Part-Time Evening Arts Educator

Catholic Charities of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of New York seeks an Activity Specialist to help participants grow artistically through structured activities in a youth program in New York City. The role is part-time with evening hours and some weekends, supporting arts, theater, music, dance and poetry initiatives.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of experience in the creative arts, and ability to teach or run group sessions.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, teach and maintain scheduled Activities.
• Develop and maintain arts, theater, music, dance and poetry.
• Organize and create art exhibitions, dance routines, theater presentations, music recitals and poetry jams.
• Assist with recruitment and retention of participants.
• Maintain site bulletin boards and produce flyers for events.
• Organize program performances costumes.
• Accompany participants to art, theater, and dance trips.
• Maintain daily attendance for all courses.
• Co-facilitate Parent Meetings.
• Ensure the space is clean and presentable for participants.
• Submit weekly reports to the Program Director.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and events.
• Assist other staff as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA/BA degree a plus

Job description

Catholic Charities of New York seeks an Activity Specialist to help participants grow artistically through structured activities in a youth program in New York City. The role is part-time with evening hours and some weekends, supporting arts, theater, music, dance and poetry initiatives.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of experience in the creative arts, and ability to teach or run group sessions.