Overview

Union Settlement Association is an on-the-ground resource for East Harlem residents of all ages and a passionate advocate for the needs of underserved communities. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness, and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. More than 350 staff work in our organization and our services impact 10,000 people annually. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the vitality and success of East Harlem. For more information about Union Settlement, please visit our website at www.unionsettlement.org.

 

Position:    Activity Specialist

Department: Youth Services

Reports to:  Community School Director 

Hours:     9 hours per week

Location:    Esperanza Prep Academy 

Rate:         $25.00

FLSA:      Non-Exempt

 

Position Summary:

We seek an Activity Specialist for our 21st Century Community School Program at Esperanza Preparatory Academy. The Activity Specialist will be responsible for curriculum development, activity facilitation, and classroom management in organized sports, performing arts (theater, dance, spoken word, etc.), STEM, photography/media/graphic design, visual/creative arts, or leadership. We also seek to provide our participants with many services to which they would otherwise not have access: computer classes, specialized high school prep, arts enrichment, tutoring, consistent physical education and recreation, and one-on-one mentorship and guidance.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and implement weekly lesson plans related to organized sports and performing arts (theater, dance, spoken word, etc.) STEM, photography/media/graphic design, visual/creative arts, or leadership after-school participants.
  • Assist with dismissal and escort students outside of the building and across the street to a safe location.
  • Create a workshop environment conducive to learning and mastery.
  • Lead project-based activities and prepare participants for quarterly presentations, showcases, and performances.
  • Produce mandated program reports based on participants’ achievements as requested.
  • Contact parents/guardians weekly with positive inspiration and log all calls in Google drive.
  • Work cooperatively with all staff, community-based organizations, students, and parents.
  • Meet with Community School Director bi-weekly, one to one, and submit agenda for meeting three days before supervision.
  • Participate in special events, staff meetings, USA program committee, monthly Youth Services Department meetings, and all school trips/afterschool events.
  • Additional duties as assigned by the Community School Director and 
  •  Deputy Director. 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Education, Physical Education, Arts, Media or related field preferred; at minimum five years experience working in a youth services program.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
  • Ability to tutor any participant in at least one subject area
  • Strong verbal, written, clerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced, challenging, and constantly changing environment
  • The ability to perform at a high level
  • Dedication to serving youth in an urban setting. Innovation and patience.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the challenges facing youth in an urban setting

UNION SETTLEMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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