Youth Program Assistant - NYC (Part-Time)

The Fresh Air Fund; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Fresh Air Fund is seeking a Part-Time Program Assistant for the Career Awareness Program in New York City. The role supports day-to-day coordination, communications with participants and volunteers, logistics, and hands-on program delivery during sessions.

This role runs September through May, primarily in the NYC Office with occasional remote work. In-person Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:00 to 8:30 pm and select weekends are required, with approximately 5–10 hours per week and compensation of

Qualifications

• Aged 18 years or older.
• Seasonal position which runs from September through May.
• Desire to work with children and excitement for the outdoors in NYC.
• At least one year of college or equivalent work experience.
• Experience working with The Fresh Air Fund or another youth development organization.
• Previous work and/or volunteer experience with children.
• Comfortable with using technology (Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, Canva, etc.).
• Comfortable traveling via public transportation in NYC.
• Vaccination requirements per policy as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engaging, age-appropriate activities during program sessions.
• Build positive relationships with youth and create a safe, welcoming program environment.
• Encourage youth participation and help maintain a positive group dynamic.
• Provide support and encouragement to youth and serve as a positive role model.
• Share observations with the Program Coordinator to strengthen programming.
• Support participants with check-in/check-out, attendance, and overall program experience.
• Communicate with youth, families, and volunteers by phone, email, and in person.
• Chaperone youth on Fresh Air buses and/or public transportation.
• Assist with program preparation, logistics, and data entry.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Canva

Education

One year of college or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Google Workspace

Canva

Job description

The Fresh Air Fund is seeking a Part-Time Program Assistant for the Career Awareness Program in New York City. The role supports day-to-day coordination, communications with participants and volunteers, logistics, and hands-on program delivery during sessions.

This role runs September through May, primarily in the NYC Office with occasional remote work. In-person Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:00 to 8:30 pm and select weekends are required, with approximately 5–10 hours per week and compensation of