Youth STEM & Arts Activity Instructor

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services in New York, NY is seeking an Activity Specialist to design and deliver youth-centered curriculum and activities. You will teach and facilitate programs that fuse arts, academics, and leadership growth for participants, with supervision by the Program Director.

The role supports after-school hours, Monday through Friday, 2 pm–6 pm, at the Bronx location, offering engaging, hands-on activities in diverse art forms and technology.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience and/or training relevant to the position is required.
• Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people are essential.
• Strong planning, organization, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop age- and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects.
• Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential.
• Pre-planning of activities; provide structure and meaningful rituals.
• Facilitate scaffolded activities based on students’ interests to promote teamwork and growth.
• Engage participants in community hours and staff-led activities as part of the team.
• Foster a youth development environment that emphasizes belonging, safety, and community.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Youth development

Facilitation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Good Shepherd Services in New York, NY is seeking an Activity Specialist to design and deliver youth-centered curriculum and activities. You will teach and facilitate programs that fuse arts, academics, and leadership growth for participants, with supervision by the Program Director.

The role supports after-school hours, Monday through Friday, 2 pm–6 pm, at the Bronx location, offering engaging, hands-on activities in diverse art forms and technology.