Job Information
The Home for Little Wanderers Part-Time After-School Activity Specialist in New York, New York
Description
Wediko NY/The Home for Little Wanderers is seeking Part-Time Activity Specialists for varied locations in NYC. The Activity Specialist will lead activities with groups of 10-15 children and facilitate after-school programming in an engaging and meaningful manner in one of the following areas:
Arts
STEM
Phys Ed
How You'll Be Making a Difference
Lead hands-on educational, enrichment, sports, and arts activities for groups of 10-15 Elementary school students using project-based learning strategies
Provide all documentation for NYSED/DOH compliance purposes are prescribed by the Site Manager
Utilize curriculum to provide lesson plans for all activities in a time and frequency prescribed by the Site Manager
Prepare materials for the week knowing what materials are needed to be ordered and communicating needs in a timely manner
Engage in conflict resolution and positive behavior management practices as needed
Work closely with the site-based team for ongoing coaching and professional development
Ensure the children’s safety and during program hours in a manner prescribed by the Site Manager
Positively encourage and support the growth of participating children individually and collectively
Incorporate The Home core values into all aspects of programming
Being flexible to facilitate any activity in any space designated
Participate in ALL staff trainings and activities, including regular check-ins with supervisors
Work with 21C Program Manager to complete before the start of service the following:
Complete 15 hours of School Aged Child Care (SACC) License Training
Complete all School Aged Child Care (SACC) paperwork prior to start of job
Any other assignments given by Site Manager and/or Management staff
Positions available in schools in Soundview (the Bronx), Parkchester (the Bronx), and East Harlem
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old with at least one year of college or post high school experience
Minimum of 2 years of childcare experience with children under the age of 15
Experience, interest, and desire to work with elementary-school aged youth
Work and/or educational experience related to child development & leadership
Knowledge or interest in youth development, group dynamics, and programming
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, high level of patience, and ability to engage appropriately with youth while maintaining professional boundaries
CPR/First Aid Certification preferred
Bilingual Spanish preferred
Program Dates: September 2024 through June 2025
Work schedule : Monday through Friday from 1:50pm to 5:30pm in accordance with the NYC DOE calendar. The Home does not operate when schools are closed or on early dismissal days. Mandatory training sessions and meetings will be held each month outside of regular program times.
Salary Range is $23-$26 per hour.
Valuing Diversity
We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)