Flatbush Development Corporation
Activity Specialist Dance P.S. 217 LEAPS
Flatbush Development Corporation, Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11210
ABOUT US
Flatbush Development Corporation is a dynamic and community-focused organization dedicated to providing aurez-quality afterschool programs for youth in Brooklyn. Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Department of Health (DOH) and The Office of Children Services (OCFS).
ORGANIZATIONAL ROLEприєм ֆtryside
Supervisor: ProgramDirector
Max Hours: 15 per week
Compensation: $20– $25 per hour
POSITION SUMMARY The Activity Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and facilitating engaging, age-appropriate activities for students in grades K–8 within a school-based afterschool program. This role emphasizes participant supervision, youth development, and professional growth while ensuring alignment with DYCD, DOH, and DOE guidelines. The Activity Specialist fosters creativity, academic growth, and social‑emotional development through structured lessons, interactive experiences, and culminating projects or performances that showcase participant achievement.
PARTICIPANT SUPERVISION
Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all participants.
Ensure adherence to program safety protocols, including health, wellness, and behavior management standards.
Supervise participants during activities, transitions, and program breaks, addressing behavioral issues with consistency and positive guidance.
ACTIVITY FACILITATION
Design and deliver structured, hands‑on activities that align with program goals and curriculum frameworks.
Facilitate Arts, STEM, Literacy, Recreation, and Enrichment Activities that promote engagement, creativity, and critical thinking.
Plan activities that culminate in projects, showcases, or performances to celebrate student achievement.
Adapt activities to meet the diverse needs of learners, including multilingual students and those with varying developmental levels.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Support the social‑emotional growth of participants by modeling positive behaviors, promoting teamwork, and encouraging problem‑solving.
Apply trauma‑informed practices and formatter responsive strategies to engage students effectively.
Foster resilience, self‑confidence, and leadership skills in youth.Collaborate with program staff to identify and address individual student needs.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Participate in mandatory staff trainings, workshops, and professional development sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
Engage in reflective supervision, coaching, and scenario‑based learning to كما improve program delivery and youth outcomes.
Maintain current knowledge of DYCD, DOH, DOE, and OCFS regulations and best practices in afterschool programming.
Contribute ideas for program improvement and support a culture of continuous learning among staff.
QUALIFICATIONS
Associate degree in Education, Youth Development, Child Development, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent experience working with school‑age youth.
Experience designing and facilitating structured activities for children in K–8 in one or more specialty areas: Art, Dance, Music Production, Reading, Math, or STEM, Chess, Robotics/Coding.
Knowledge of youth development principles, social‑emotional learning, and trauma‑informed practice.
Strong communication, organizational traditionellen, and classroom management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and maintain BUT positve, professional demeanor.
Required certifications: CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain), and compliance with OCFS/DYCD training requirements.
Flatbush Development Corporation, Inc روح mõjutely provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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ORGANIZATIONAL ROLEприєм ֆtryside
Supervisor: ProgramDirector
Max Hours: 15 per week
Compensation: $20– $25 per hour
POSITION SUMMARY The Activity Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and facilitating engaging, age-appropriate activities for students in grades K–8 within a school-based afterschool program. This role emphasizes participant supervision, youth development, and professional growth while ensuring alignment with DYCD, DOH, and DOE guidelines. The Activity Specialist fosters creativity, academic growth, and social‑emotional development through structured lessons, interactive experiences, and culminating projects or performances that showcase participant achievement.
PARTICIPANT SUPERVISION
Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all participants.
Ensure adherence to program safety protocols, including health, wellness, and behavior management standards.
Supervise participants during activities, transitions, and program breaks, addressing behavioral issues with consistency and positive guidance.
ACTIVITY FACILITATION
Design and deliver structured, hands‑on activities that align with program goals and curriculum frameworks.
Facilitate Arts, STEM, Literacy, Recreation, and Enrichment Activities that promote engagement, creativity, and critical thinking.
Plan activities that culminate in projects, showcases, or performances to celebrate student achievement.
Adapt activities to meet the diverse needs of learners, including multilingual students and those with varying developmental levels.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Support the social‑emotional growth of participants by modeling positive behaviors, promoting teamwork, and encouraging problem‑solving.
Apply trauma‑informed practices and formatter responsive strategies to engage students effectively.
Foster resilience, self‑confidence, and leadership skills in youth.Collaborate with program staff to identify and address individual student needs.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Participate in mandatory staff trainings, workshops, and professional development sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
Engage in reflective supervision, coaching, and scenario‑based learning to كما improve program delivery and youth outcomes.
Maintain current knowledge of DYCD, DOH, DOE, and OCFS regulations and best practices in afterschool programming.
Contribute ideas for program improvement and support a culture of continuous learning among staff.
QUALIFICATIONS
Associate degree in Education, Youth Development, Child Development, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent experience working with school‑age youth.
Experience designing and facilitating structured activities for children in K–8 in one or more specialty areas: Art, Dance, Music Production, Reading, Math, or STEM, Chess, Robotics/Coding.
Knowledge of youth development principles, social‑emotional learning, and trauma‑informed practice.
Strong communication, organizational traditionellen, and classroom management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and maintain BUT positve, professional demeanor.
Required certifications: CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain), and compliance with OCFS/DYCD training requirements.
Flatbush Development Corporation, Inc روح mõjutely provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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