Activity Specialist​/Enrichment Instructor; Summer

Activity Specialist / Enrichment Instructor (Summer 2026) Job Summary

As an employee of Arete and an adult, leading engaging and safe learning activities with students in an Elementary School Summer Program (Monday - Friday) in Washington Heights, we expect excellent performance in all of the following areas below.

• Attend all weekly shifts on-site
• Arrive on-time to work
• Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors
• Keep accurate student attendance records
• Engage students in your course(s)/club(s) in meaningful and hands‑on learning experiences that build skills
• Maintain friendly and open communication with families
• Regularly communicate with supervisors and Arete headquarters staff (email, phone)
• Organize and maintain curriculum and lesson materials (binder and digital files)
• Identify needs, make recommendations for, and facilitate the high quality program activities
• Keep program files organized and up-to-date using Arete Google Apps for staff and student access. Where appropriate, use School‑based Google Apps.
• Set and monitor SMART goals for personal and program success
• Attend and participate in program‑specific events, trainings, and staff meetings
• Practice empathic listening and actively work to build a culture of transparency and trust across the organization
• Collaborate with other program teams across the organization
• Share photos, videos and captions with Arete social media team
• Regularly use Arete online tools daily:
  Google Apps, Paycom
• Demonstrate exceptional services skills, communication skills, problem solving skills, professionalism, a positive and encouraging demeanor and a “can do” attitude
• Always represent the Arete Education and Partner schools in the best light, consistent with organizational standards of conduct.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Ability to support the social and emotional development of adolescents
• A commitment to excellence in your work with others as demonstrated by your positive and caring presence with colleagues and members of school community
• Willingness to reflect on strengths and areas for growth to improve individual and team performance
• Willingness to learn new systems, skill sets, and capacities to improve problem‑solving and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively with school aged youth, educators, families, and communities from a wide range of cultural, social, and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work collaboratively, with strong relationship building and communication skills.
• Ability to be polite, positive, and professional in all communications
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Willingness to go the extra mile or try something new
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to be empathetic and listen to others well
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with all Google Education Apps, Microsoft Office, Zoom Video Conferencing, Social Media apps, video and photo editing apps

• 2-3 years of experience working in education and/or after school industry
• Prior internship or work experience working with Arete Education preferred
• Mandated Reporter and Foundations in Health and Safety online trainings required (7-hours)
• Department of Health and Department of Education background clearance
• High School diploma (Bachelor's Degree preferred)

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to support program activities