Activity Specialist

Location: New York

# Activity Specialist Business Technology Early College High School
- Queens Village, NY 11427;
Hillcrest High School
- Queens, NY 11432## Overview Salary Range $25.00 - $50.00 Hourly Position Type Per Diem Education Level Not Specified## Description##
** Schedule**###
** School Year (Sept–June)*
* ** Monday – Friday | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM**##
** About Us
** Queens Community House (QCH) is a
** vibrant nonprofit
** dedicated to
** empowering and enriching
** the diverse communities of Queens. With a vast network of
** youth, family, and community programs**, we strive to
** build inclusive, healthy, and thriving neighborhoods**.Rooted in
** social justice and innovation**, we’re looking for
** passionate individuals
** to join our mission and
** make a lasting impact on young lives**!##
** Position Overview – Bring Your Passion!
** QCH is seeking
** creative and skilled Activity Specialists
** to
** design and lead engaging activities
** for high school students in our
** After-School & Summer Programs**.
** Art** |  
** Literacy** |  
** Theater** |  
** Sports** |  
** Music** |  
** Dance** |  
** Karate** |  
** Academics** |  
** STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math)** |  
** Leadership Development
** This is your chance to
** turn your expertise into an enriching experience
** for young minds!##
** Key Responsibilities**###
** Program Development & Leadership*
* ** Create and implement
** dynamic lesson plans tailored to students' needs.
Foster a
** safe, inclusive, and engaging
** learning environment.
Lead structured activities that
** promote creativity, teamwork, and personal growth**.
Assist students with
** academic enrichment and homework support**.###
** Collaboration & Communication
** Partner with
** program directors, staff, and families
** to support student success.
Maintain
** open communication
** with teachers, parents, and community stakeholders.

** Collaborate
* * on interdisciplinary projects and special events.###
** Event & Program Coordination
** Plan and facilitate
** performances, showcases, and community events**.
Ensure
** student safety and supervision
** at all times.
Participate in
** staff meetings and professional development
** to enhance skills.## Qualifications
*
* Education:

*** Must be at least
** 18 years old**.
* Currently enrolled in a
** related college program** (Education, Human Development, Sociology, Human Services) with
** at least two years of coursework completed**.
** Experience &

Skills:

**
* ** 3+ years
** of experience leading youth activities in
** after-school, summer camp, or community settings**.
* Proven
** expertise in the specific activity area
** for which you are applying.
* Strong
** group facilitation, conflict resolution, and classroom management
** skills.
* Ability to
** inspire, mentor, and engage
** youth in leadership and skill-building.
*
* Additional Requirements:

**
* ** Tech-savvy** – Basic computer proficiency & strong communication skills.
* Ability to
** work independently
** while collaborating within a team.
* Must pass
** NYS DOH & DOE Fingerprinting, Clearance Review, Background Check, three reference checks, and a physical exam (including an updated TB test).*
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