STEM & Arts Activity Specialist (Afterschool K–8)

Flatbush Development Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Flatbush Development Corporation is seeking an Activity Specialist to design, implement, and facilitate engaging activities for students in grades K–8 within a school-based afterschool program in Brooklyn.

The role emphasizes supervision, youth development, and professional growth while aligning with DYCD, DOH, and DOE guidelines. Activities promote creativity, academic growth, and social-emotional development through structured lessons and culminating performances.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Education, Youth Development, Child Development, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Experience designing and facilitating structured activities for K–8 in Art, Dance, Music Production, Reading, Math, or STEM, Chess, Robotics/Coding.
• Knowledge of youth development principles, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed practice.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Required certifications: CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver structured, hands-on activities that align with program goals and curriculum frameworks.
• Facilitate Arts, STEM, Literacy, Recreation, and Enrichment Activities that promote engagement and creativity.
• Plan activities that culminate in projects, showcases, or performances to celebrate student achievement.
• Adapt activities to meet diverse learners, including multilingual students and varying developmental levels.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Classroom management

Trauma-informed practices

Education

Associate degree in Education or related field

Job description

Flatbush Development Corporation is seeking an Activity Specialist to design, implement, and facilitate engaging activities for students in grades K–8 within a school-based afterschool program in Brooklyn.

The role emphasizes supervision, youth development, and professional growth while aligning with DYCD, DOH, and DOE guidelines. Activities promote creativity, academic growth, and social-emotional development through structured lessons and culminating performances.