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About the Role

Counseling In Schools is seeking passionate and enthusiastic individuals to serve as part-time Activity Specialists for the 2026-2027 school year. This role is vital for the successful operation of our school year programs, focusing on providing a safe and positive environment for school-aged children. You will lead activities, prepare students to demonstrate newly acquired skills, organize trips, and maintain a safe working environment, contributing to the emotional and social growth of children.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and inspiration to help students approach area(s) of specialty with enthusiasm and confidence.
Develop 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.
Build positive relationships with youth and adults and serve as a role model.
Uphold all agency and school policies and procedures.
Identify and resolve conflicts and behavioral problems in consultation with leadership.
Interact with parents and maintain open lines of communication.
Develop and implement lesson plans in assigned specialty.
Create safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environments.
Collaborate with Group Leaders and the Content Specialist to support instruction.
Model positive youth development and conflict-resolution strategies.
Participate in staff meetings and trainings.

Requirements

A minimum of two years of experience or equivalent training in area(s) of specialty (STEAM, Leadership, Dance, Art, Martial Arts, Gymnastics, Gaming, Anime, Cosmetology Cooking, Gardening, Theater, Girls Who Code, College and Career Readiness, Financial Literacy, Double Dutch, 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.
Must clear a security background check from the Department of Education and the Department of Health.

Skills

STEAM
Leadership
Dance
Art
Martial Arts
Gymnastics
Gaming
Anime
Cosmetology
Cooking
Gardening
Theater
Girls Who Code
College and Career Readiness
Financial Literacy
Double Dutch
Conflict resolution
Mediation
Mentoring
Communication skills
Microsoft Office applications

Location

New York City

Work Type

Part-time

Experience Level

2 years of experience in area(s) of specialty
2 years of work experience with youth

Salary/Compensations

$25-$35/ hour

About the Company

Counseling In Schools (CIS) is a dynamic community-based organization founded in 1986.
Mission: To promote the emotional and social growth of children so that they can thrive in school and succeed in life.
CIS has created and fostered relationships with local schools, 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.