Youth Enrichment Specialist – Afterschool & Summer

Children's Aid; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Aid is seeking an Activity Specialist to lead engaging afterschool and summer activities across STEAM, literacy, sports, academic support, health and fitness, and visual and performing arts. You will implement curriculum, plan lessons, manage classrooms, and support a safe, inclusive environment for all students.

The role requires subject-matter expertise in a specialized activity area, the ability to supervise groups of up to 20 participants, and collaboration with program staff to

Qualifications

• Requires subject-matter expertise in a specialized activity area (e.g., STEAM, literacy, sports, academic support, health and fitness, or visual and performing arts).
• Minimum of one year of experience working with children in the relevant area of specialization.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality instructional and enrichment activities for afterschool and summer participants.
• Plan and implement curriculum and projects aligned with program themes.
• Supervise groups of up to 20 participants and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with Group Leaders and staff on program activities and assessments.
• Monitor progress and adapt strategies to diverse learning needs.

Skills

STEAM

Literacy

Sports

Academic support

Arts

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Children's Aid is seeking an Activity Specialist to lead engaging afterschool and summer activities across STEAM, literacy, sports, academic support, health and fitness, and visual and performing arts. You will implement curriculum, plan lessons, manage classrooms, and support a safe, inclusive environment for all students.

The role requires subject-matter expertise in a specialized activity area, the ability to supervise groups of up to 20 participants, and collaboration with program staff to