About the Role
We are seeking passionate, experienced Activity Specialists with a vested interest in arts and academic integration for long term teaching opportunities at our partner schools. Activity Specialists act as the lead instructors in LEAP after school programs, summer programs, and special projects.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and develop age and skill-appropriate specialized activities that fuse the arts and academics.
- Engage participants in developing their artistic, educational, and leadership skills.
- Ensure the safety and security of all participants and compliance with all policies.
- Attend staff meetings, professional development, training sessions, and special events.
Requirements
- 2 years of experience working with youth in a classroom or group setting.
- Experience successfully instructing youth in the arts.
- College degree in the Arts or Education, or equivalent experience.
- Familiarity working with Students with Disabilities and English Language Learners.
- Passion for inclusion and advocacy in the arts.
- Enjoy working with youth in a team environment.
- Effective writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Punctual, responsible, resilient, and reliable.
- Self-motivated, highly efficient, and able to problem-solve.
- Able to pass all NYS SACC clearances and background checks, including a work physical and TB test.
- Demonstrated previous experience in trained specialty, ideally in NYC public school settings.
- Share belief in the power of experiential learning.
Skills
- Expertise in a Specialized Area
- Child Development & Behavior Management
- Communication & Collaboration
- Planning & Organization
- Problem-Solving & Decision Making Skills
- Safety & Supervision
- Positive Role Modeling & Mentorship
- Professional Development & Adaptability
Location
- MS128X- Mott Hall III
- All five boroughs
Work Type
- Part-Time
- On-Site All Five (5) Days
Experience Level
- Commensurate with experience
Education Level
- College degree in the Arts or Education, or equivalent experience
Salary/Compensations
- $21-30 per hour
About the Company
- At LEAP, we don’t just build great programs — we build a great place to work.
- We are community-oriented, believing in a shared moral responsibility.
- We are creative, flexible, and open-minded.
- We are collaborative and mission driven.
- We are accountable to ourselves, each other, and our goals.
- We are committed to feedback and clear, consistent communication.
- We are champions of a compassionate and inclusive culture.
- We are supporters of self-care and the well-being of others.
- We are fun!
- At LEAP, you’ll be empowered to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact — all while being part of a community that values who you are and what you bring.
Equal Opportunity
- WE ARE AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
- In accordance with organizational policy, LEAP does not sponsor individuals on O-1 visas.
