Activity Enrichment Specialist

Counseling In Schools (CIS) is a dynamic community-based organization founded in 1986 with a mission to promote the emotional and social growth of children so that they can thrive in school and succeed in life. For nearly 40 years, Counseling In Schools has created and fostered relationships with local schools, homeless shelters, and communities to enable New York City’s children to thrive – academically, socially, and emotionally. Our expert team includes licensed mental health and youth development professionals who fully integrate into the community, providing programs that equip children, families, teachers, and administrators with the right tools for preventing and coping with the challenges they face. We envision and work toward a bright future, full of possibilities, where each child can flourish and reach their full potential

Counseling In Schools is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic person to fill the Part-time role of an After
School Specialist for the 2024-2025 school year. In this role, you will be critical to the successful operation of the Counseling In Schools After School Program. You will help provide a safe and positive environment for school age children during opportunities for recreation, learning, interaction and academic/personal growth. You will lead activities and organize trips while providing and maintaining a safe working environment, as well as
helping with homework and preparing students to demonstrate newly acquired skills.

Key Responsibilities:

● Must have a strong interest in working with youth and have expertise in area(s) of specialty
(STEAM, Leadership, Dance, Art,  Martial Arts, Gymnastics, Gaming, Anime, Cooking, Gardening, Theater, Girls Who Code, etc.)
● Provide guidance and inspiration to help students approach area(s) of specialty with enthusiasm
and confidence.
● Responsible for developing weekly activity lesson plans in area(s) of specialty.
● Facilitate activities that foster the development of new skills in children.
● Ensure that age-appropriate activities are implemented for youth in grades K-8.
● Maintain a safe, healthy, supportive, and collaborative learning environment for students
● Work with the Education Specialist to ensure activities align and support the goals of the school
the participants attend.
● Build positive relationships with youth and adults and serve as a role model with respect to
demeanor, communication, behavior and community.
● Model and uphold all Agency and School policies and procedures
● Quickly identify and seek to resolve conflicts and behavioral problems in consultation with the
Assistant Program Director and Program Director.
● Interact with parents and keep open lines of communication to better understand and work with
the youth


Job Qualifications:

● A minimum of two years of experience or other equivalent training in area(s) of specialty
(STEAM, Leadership, Dance, Art,  Martial Arts, Gymnastics, Gaming, Anime, Cooking, Gardening, Theatre, Girls Who Code, etc.)
● A minimum of two years of work experience with youth.
● Demonstrated skills and competency as an Activity Specialist.
● Understanding of conflict resolution, mediation, and mentoring concepts.
● Good communication skills, both oral and written.
● Familiarity with office protocols involving dress, demeanor, record keeping, confidentiality, staff
meetings, visitors, and employee use of supplies and equipment.
● Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
● Candidate must clear a security background check from the Department of Education and
Department of Health.


Additional Information:
Schedules Available for three (3) days per week: Monday, Wednesday, Friday  or Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 

Location: Brooklyn NY

Hourly rate of  $25/hr - $30/hr.