Activity Specialist
HeartShare Human Services of New York · heartshare.org
BrooklynOn-siteEntry level1–2 yrsTemporary
The job in short
After-school activity leader supervising school-age children.
Details
- Found
- 23 d ago · posted 2026-09-22
- Location as listed
- Brooklyn, NY, USA
- Role
- Teaching Assistant / Paraprofessional
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: PS 288 Tanyhill Beacon Prg, 2950 W25 St, BKLYN, NY, 11224 - Brooklyn, NY, Position Type: Per Diem, Education Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent, Salary Range: $18.28 - $18.28Hourly, Travel Percentage: Up to 50% , Job Shift: Evening, We are seeking a Per Diem Activity Specialist to supervise and engage a group of school-age children in enriching activities during after-school hours. This includes assisting with homework, leading recreational and educational activities, and ensuring a safe, supportive environment. The Activity Specialist will have specialized skills and expertise in one or more or content area to lead and implement an activity such as arts, dance, STEM, literacy, nutrition or organized sports.
Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities of Position:
Assist in the development of age-appropriate activities in one or more discipline or content area
Provide direct supervision of youth activities
Submit weekly activity plans
Lead activities related to recreation and theme based such as (Arts, Dance, STEM, Literacy, Nutrition, or Organized sports.
Assist in maintaining daily attendance records for program participants
Assist in the provision of basic counseling services as needed (peer mediation, self-control, decision making)
Accompany youth on cultural and recreational field trips
Assist in ensuring a safe environment for program participants
Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere; Collaborate with other staff members to coordinate group activities
Actively participate in all professional development sessions, supervision, and team meetings
Maintain and organize activities and equipment
Performs other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope, responsibilities, and level of the position, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED Required
Associate's degree in child development, recreation, or a related field Preferred
Minimum of 1-2 years' experience working with youth in child development, recreation, or a related field
Must be able to work in Coney Island, Brooklyn and have availability to work; Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 9pm or Saturday 9am - 4pm
Heartshare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to [email protected].
About Heartshare
Who WE ARE:
For over 150 years, Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and
underestimated.
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