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Job Description New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic Activity Instructor- Dance Specialists. Multiple Openings across 5 Boroughs! Who we are: New York Edge is the largest provider of after school and community school programs in all five boroughs of New York City and Wyandanch, Long Island. With more than 25,000 students in grades K-12, New York Edge bridges the opportunity gap faced by students in underinvested communities by strengthening academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life. What is a Dance Specialist: Extended Day Activity Instructors- Dance Specialists are responsible for leading after school programming for children and teens at New York Edge after-school program sites. The activity instructor is a dual reporting role, supporting the curriculum and instruction department team by designing lesson plans and implementing curricula across New York Edge program sites. They will also support the program director by preparing activity materials and explaining principles, techniques, and safety procedures to student participants. In addition, the specialist will establish clear goals and objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those goals and objectives to students. What will you do: • Build strong relationships with and among students, • Knowledgeable and skilled in one or more styles of dance and have prior experience successfully teaching and instructing youth in dance., • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff, school personnel, parents, • Teach or co-lead daily activities, • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students, • Support the coordination of program events, • Administer pre and post-assessments and evaluations for student activities, • Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS • High School Diploma or equivalent, • Must be at least 18 years of age, • College credits and/or degrees are highly preferred, • Must be knowledgeable and skilled in Dance and have at least one year experience, • Experience working with children strongly preferred, • This role requires you to be in-person at work. Schedule: Part-Time: Monday- Friday (2:30 pm - 5:30 pm) Pay: $20-25/hour (based on experience and credentials) At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and the Department of Health. At New York Edge, we are committed to delivering exceptional professional development for our staff. To apply, please visit our website at newyorkedge.org/careers. New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. New York Edge provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise. Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Reports To: Program Director, SBAAM Location: South Bronx Academy for Applied Media-778 Forest Avenue Bronx NY, 10456 Hours: 8 - 10 hours / week; Non Exempt, September - June Schedule: Program Hours are Monday - Friday, 2pm - 6pm Salary: $19 / HR - $25 • Dance (All Styles), • Theater/Acting, • Music & Lyricists, • Spoken Word and Poetry, • Graphic Design, • Podcasting, • Art/Animation/Painting, • Chess/Strategy Based Games, • Photography/Videography, • Robotics, • Coding/Computer Programming, • Audio/Sound Engineering, • Fashion and Cosmetology, • Boxing, • Martial Arts, • Cooking/Culinary, • Prepare and develop age, and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught., • Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential., • Pre-planning of activity; activities are to provide students with structure, purposeful use of activity and self, including beginning and ending rituals., • Facilitate a variety of scaffolded activities based on students’ interest. Activities should promote teamwork, opportunity for mastery, and emotional and professional growth., • Facilitate purposeful activities in community hour and participate in other staff lead activities as part of the staff team., • Foster a youth development, strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants., • Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ academic success., • Attend and participate in staff meetings., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise. Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Location: 700 Park Ave • Brooklyn, NY 11206 Hours: 8 - 10 hours / week; Non Exempt, September - June Schedule: Program Hours are Monday - Friday, 2 pm - 6 pm Salary: $19 / HR - $25 Major Duties: • Prepare and develop age, and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught., • Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential., • Pre-planning of activity; activities are to provide students with structure, purposeful use of activity and self, including beginning and ending rituals., • Facilitate a variety of scaffolded activities based on students’ interest. Activities should promote teamwork, opportunity for mastery, and emotional and professional growth., • Facilitate purposeful activities in community hour and participate in other staff lead activities as part of the staff team., • Foster a youth development, strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants., • Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ academic success., • Attend and participate in staff meetings., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise. Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Dance Reports To: Program Director, PS297 Location: 700 Park Ave • Brooklyn, NY 11206 Hours: 8 - 10 hours / week; Non Exempt, September - June Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2 pm - 6 pm Salary: $19 / HR - $25 • Dance (All Styles), • Prepare and develop age, and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught., • Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential., • Pre-planning of activity; activities are to provide students with structure, purposeful use of activity and self, including beginning and ending rituals., • Facilitate a variety of scaffolded activities based on students’ interest. Activities should promote teamwork, opportunity for mastery, and emotional and professional growth., • Facilitate purposeful activities in community hour and participate in other staff lead activities as part of the staff team., • Foster a youth development, strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants., • Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ academic success., • Attend and participate in staff meetings., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise. Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Photography/Film making Reports To: Program Director, PS 224 Location: 757 Worthman Ave Brooklyn NY 11208 Hours: Up to 18 hours / week; Non-Exempt, September - June Schedule: Program Hours are Monday - Friday, 2pm - 6pm Salary: $19 - $25 / HR Major Duties: • Prepare and develop age, and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught., • Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential., • Pre-planning of activity; activities are to provide students with structure, purposeful use of activity and self, including beginning and ending rituals., • Facilitate a variety of scaffolded activities based on students’ interest. Activities should promote teamwork, opportunity for mastery, and emotional and professional growth., • Facilitate purposeful activities in community hour and participate in other staff lead activities as part of the staff team., • Foster a youth development, strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants., • Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ academic success., • Attend and participate in staff meetings., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise (Art). Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Reports To: Program Director, PS 297 Location: 700 Park Ave • Brooklyn, NY 11206 Hours: 8 - 10 hours / week; Non Exempt, September - June Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2 pm - 6 pm Salary: $19 / HR - $25 • Multi-media Art, • Graphic Design, • Prepare and develop age, and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught., • Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential., • Pre-planning of activity; activities are to provide students with structure, purposeful use of activity and self, including beginning and ending rituals., • Facilitate a variety of scaffolded activities based on students’ interest. Activities should promote teamwork, opportunity for mastery, and emotional and professional growth., • Facilitate purposeful activities in community hour and participate in other staff lead activities as part of the staff team., • Foster a youth development, strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants., • Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ academic success., • Attend and participate in staff meetings., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise. Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Reports To: Program Director, MS 206B Location: MS 206B-2280 Aqueduct Avenue Bronx NY 10468 Hours: 8 - 10 hours / week; Non Exempt, September - June Schedule: Program Hours are Monday - Friday, 2pm - 6pm Salary: $19 / HR - $25 • Dance (All Styles), • Theater/Acting, • Music & Lyricists, • Spoken Word and Poetry, • Graphic Design, • Podcasting, • Art/Animation/Painting, • Chess/Strategy Based Games, • Photography/Videography, • Robotics, • Coding/Computer Programming, • Audio/Sound Engineering, • Fashion and Cosmetology, • Boxing, • Martial Arts, • Cooking/Culinary, • Prepare and develop age, and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught., • Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential., • Pre-planning of activity; activities are to provide students with structure, purposeful use of activity and self, including beginning and ending rituals., • Facilitate a variety of scaffolded activities based on students’ interest. Activities should promote teamwork, opportunity for mastery, and emotional and professional growth., • Facilitate purposeful activities in community hour and participate in other staff lead activities as part of the staff team., • Foster a youth development, strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants., • Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ academic success., • Attend and participate in staff meetings., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise. Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Reports To: Program Director, Prince Joshua Avitto Community Center Location: 876 Schenck Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207 Hours: 8 - 10 hours / week; Non Exempt, September - June Schedule: Program Hours are Monday - Friday, 4pm - 6pm Salary: $19 / HR - $25 • Prepare and develop age, and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught., • Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential., • Pre-planning of activity; activities are to provide students with structure, purposeful use of activity and self, including beginning and ending rituals., • Facilitate a variety of scaffolded activities based on students’ interest. Activities should promote teamwork, opportunity for mastery, and emotional and professional growth., • Facilitate purposeful activities in community hour and participate in other staff lead activities as part of the staff team., • Foster a youth development, strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants., • Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ academic success., • Attend and participate in staff meetings., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise. Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Reports To: Program Director Location: Bronx, NY Hours: 8 - 10 hours / week; Non Exempt, September - June Schedule: Program Hours are Monday - Friday, 2pm - 6pm Salary: $19 / HR - $25 • Dance (All Styles), • Theater/Acting, • Music & Lyricists, • Spoken Word and Poetry, • Graphic Design, • Podcasting, • Art/Animation/Painting, • Chess/Strategy Based Games, • Photography/Videography, • Robotics, • Coding/Computer Programming, • Audio/Sound Engineering, • Fashion and Cosmetology, • Boxing, • Martial Arts, • Cooking/Culinary, • Prepare and develop age, and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught., • Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential., • Pre-planning of activity; activities are to provide students with structure, purposeful use of activity and self, including beginning and ending rituals., • Facilitate a variety of scaffolded activities based on students’ interest. Activities should promote teamwork, opportunity for mastery, and emotional and professional growth., • Facilitate purposeful activities in community hour and participate in other staff lead activities as part of the staff team., • Foster a youth development, strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants., • Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ academic success., • Attend and participate in staff meetings., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise. Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Reports To: Bronx LEAP Program Director Location: Creston Campus – 125 E 181st Street, Bronx NY Hours: 8 - 10 hours / week; Non Exempt, September - June Schedule: Program Hours are Monday - Friday, 2pm - 6pm Salary: $19 / HR - $25 Job Summary: The Visual Arts Instructor is responsible for leading hands-on, creative art classes that introduce students to a wide range of techniques and materials. The instructor should have a strong background in visual arts, experience working with children, and a passion for helping students express themselves through art. This role supports creativity, skill development, and exploration in a fun and engaging setting. Major Duties: • Teach age-appropriate visual arts classes using various mediums such as drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, and mixed media., • Follow and adapt a sequenced art curriculum while incorporating original projects and student interests., • Submit lesson and unit plans in advance for review., • Connect art projects to history, culture, literacy, or other academic themes when appropriate., • Plan and organize a culminating art show, exhibit, or portfolio presentation at the end of each session., • Work closely with the Program Director to ensure classes support student creativity and align with program goals., • Collaborate with group leaders and program aides by assigning classroom support roles and sharing expectations., • Guide support staff in helping students continue or reinforce projects between sessions., • Manage setup, cleanup, and care of art supplies, materials, and classroom organization., • Attend staff meetings and required trainings., • Maintain an inclusive, encouraging environment where students feel comfortable experimenting and sharing their work., • Bring creativity, flexibility, and enthusiasm to each class., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job DescriptionEarn a potential side-income through activities you enjoy, flexible hours, and opportunities for growth and impact! Job Introduction The company is an NJ-based woman-owned small business building a social entrepreneurship venture in the learning and enrichment space. The company is looking for a motivated and creative hourly Public Speaking & Communication Enrichment Instructor to join the team in rolling out the initiative in Millburn, New Jersey and surrounding neighborhoods! This is a paid hourly/flex position to deliver exceptional interactive public speaking, creative writing, self-expression, and other communication enrichment experiences to local families. Hours may vary (e.g., 0-5 hours/week) depending on activity session demand by the families and/or other project needs that may arise from time to time within the candidate’s availability preferences, capabilities, and interests. The ideal candidate will work together with the local team in areas such as planning and conducting public speaking, creative writing, and communication enrichment sessions, operational logistics, stakeholder engagement, and other relevant team and administrative functions from time to time. Details are in the job description below. Moreover, personal development and enrichment are a big part of what the company is working on, team members included! The role will be tailored to better support the employee’s personal and career growth goals. More than anything, the company is looking for individuals who share the team’s (1) passion of service to others, (2) mindset of life-long learning, growth, and improvement, and (3) culture of support, inclusivity, and collaboration. Job Duties & Requirements • Instruct individuals and groups in enrichment activities involving public speaking, creative writing, comedy, reading, interpretation, drama, expression, and/or other forms and aspects of communication, using a variety of methods and mediums, and adapting to participant and stakeholder needs and environments, • Be on-call from time to time (flexible to be adjusted by instructors weekly) during after-school and/or weekend shifts in addition to any other availability, • Have excellent communication skills and fluency in English (both verbal and writing), • Have excellent punctuality and time management skills, including the ability to arrive promptly to scheduled enrichment activity sessions in the greater Essex and Union counties of New Jersey, and be able to allocate time appropriately during sessions (e.g., for greetings, setup, instruction, wrap-up), • Plan, order, manage, setup, conduct, clean up, and/or assess activities, materials, and supplies as needed for activity sessions and environments, • Be physically able to (1) conduct in-person sessions in a variety of environments and formats including standing, walking, and sitting (e.g., up to 1-2 hours usually, and potentially up to 4-8 hours rarely), (2) lift public speaking, creative writing, and communication activity related supplies and materials (e.g., up to 10 pounds usually, and potentially up to 30-40 pounds rarely), (3) have accurate vision and hearing to assess and provide feedback relating to participant public speaking, creative writing, and communication work and their questions, and to perform work accurately and safely, and (4) adapt spontaneously to the needs of a variety of participants, environments, situations, and activity sessions., • Improve and modify activity sessions regularly, including seeking and integrating internal and external stakeholder feedback, customization requests, and other operational needs, • Be able to collaborate with, train, and assess other team members, providers, apprentices, and/or staff in enrichment related activities and skills, • Be able to join for virtual and in-person team meetings if scheduled from time to time, • Perform work in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, company policies, industry best practices, and other requirements and standards, as well as evolving regulations and standards that may surface from time to time, • Prepare required reports and paperwork from time to time as needed, • Have strong organizational, collaboration, multitasking, and reporting skills, • Be proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or Google Suite (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Slides), email, and text messaging, • Willing to learn and be flexible with the evolving needs of an early-stage initiative, • Work with fellow team members in various areas from time to time such as activity planning, team building, providing feedback, marketing, operations, and other ad-hoc administrative tasks that may fall under candidate capabilities and interests, • Perform other related duties as assigned or modified by management, • Be a strong individual and team player, • Be detail-oriented with a proactive approach to teaching and problem-solving, • Have a positive, self-motivated, and professional demeanor, • Be comfortable working with individuals and groups of any age, race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status without discrimination, • Be passionate about supporting and empowering people to realize their goals Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor’s, equivalent, or advanced degree preferred, • 1+ years of related experience in a teaching, tutoring, mentoring, training, coaching, or supplementary instruction type of role preferred, • Previous experience in event coordination, community service, customer service, communications, or a related field is a plus, • Familiarity with (or willingness to learn or assess if needed) tools in social media, marketing, content creation, or other relevant areas What We Offer: • Competitive hourly pay (~$20-$30 per hour), • Flexible work hours and within candidate’s availability, • Bi-weekly pay for hours worked (e.g., direct deposit or mailed check), • Participation in NJ Earned Sick Leave Benefit Program, • Paid Unemployment, Temporary Disability, Family Leave, and Worker’s Compensation Insurances, • Social Security Deduction, • A supportive and collaborative work environment, • Opportunities for career growth and development Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume. Please also include in your resume: (i) a bio/paragraph detailing your relevant prior experience (e.g., professional, hobbies, community service, education, speaking/certifications/awards if any, etc.) AND (ii) a paragraph about why you believe you would be a good fit for this role AND (iii) a link to your portfolio (OR must be able to show proof of some of your past work products if you are scheduled for an interview) We look forward to reviewing submissions on a rolling basis in the order received. The interview process for this role generally includes an initial Screening Interview and an In-Person Interview (that includes a behavioral as well as a technical skills assessment to help assess enrichment activity related planning, teaching, and logistical aspects of the job). Interviews and assessments may be via phone, video, in-person, paper-based, and/or computer-based. Successful candidates must also be able to pass a background and reference check. Please note that we are a very small team, so it may take a longer time to get back to you. Thank you for your understanding and we are excited about the prospect of working together!

Job DescriptionSalary: $20-$25/hour A PLAYDAY 5+ Art Instructor is responsible for developing and teaching engaging art classes and projects in accordance to PLAYDAYs class offerings and schedule. Using skills and techniques of artistic expression consistent with PLAYDAY guidelines, the Instructor guides children through their creative journey, sharing tidbits of artistic passion and art history along the way. The Instructor strives to be a positive, creative and and upbeat role model for all children. Responsibilities: • Plan and develop engaging art classes and projects in accordance to PLAYDAYs class offerings and schedule., • Communicate and present class content/project to the manager for approval prior the class., • Suggest and propose ideas for specific art projects in accordance to PLAYDAYs curriculum., • Led, teach and instruct children various creative art classes and projects at onsite and offsite locations (e.g., park, school, etc.)., • Prepare for art projects by setting up class and materials in a timely manner., • Keep the children engaged / focused on an art project, homework, or any other relevant activity., • Led each class activity in accordance with our mission, and our values to Create, Activate and Celebrate., • Follow and put into practice all S.O.P.s and Company policies outlined in our Employee Handbook and on other Company platform., • Follow safety and security standards to ensure the safety for all children., • Maintain required paperwork and other necessary records., • Communicate professionally and in a timely manner with the store manager., • Maintain class areas clean during and after classes as well as between projects and at the end of the shift., • Pick up children from their schools or bus stops within walking distance to the PLAYDAY location., • Maintain a positive uplifting attitude, tune in to projects and provide encouragement, mindfulness, age-appropriate terminology and understanding, interact with children/caregiver as they participate in class., • Remain engage and be present in class for the entire duration of the class offering/project., • Maintain a positive and professional attitude when engaging with children, parents, caregivers and PLAYDAY staff members., • Create a fun and engaging learning environment for the children., • High school diploma or equivalent required., • Degree in the ARTS from an accredited College or University required., • A minimum of 1 year experience working with children in the creative field, preferably ages 5-12., • Prior experience in the arts field., • Diversified knowledge of various art techniques and/or music mediums, and supplies., • Solid knowledge and skills to teach and lead PLAYDAYs After-School activities and class offerings (e.g., camp sessions, offsite workshops, hourly classes, & after-school sessions), • Ability to relate to children and make the class offering an enjoyable and positive atmosphere., • Ability to mentor and motivate children along with a love for sharing relevant art history and modern techniques., • Capacity to supervise group work., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Outstanding planning, multitasking and problem-solving skills., • Ability to be insightful, mindful, and encouraging., • Strong effective leadership and motivational skills, with effective time management., • Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations., • Class environment, offsite and outdoor locations (e.g., school, walking distance park)., • Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending., • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at a time. Benefits: Simple IRA plan with employer match. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. • Women-led organization, • LGBTQ+ friendly workplace

Job Description The Activity Specialist teaches and facilitates a youth centered class tailored to their specific expertise. Candidates with the following expertise are encouraged to apply: Reports To: Program Director, PS224 Location: 757 Worthman Ave Brooklyn NY 11208 Hours: Up to 8 Hrs. a week / week; Non-Exempt, September - June Schedule: Program Hours are Monday - Friday, 2pm - 6pm Salary: $19-$25 / HR Major Duties: • Prepare and develop age, and skill-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies to be reviewed by supervisors before being taught., • Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential., • Pre-planning of activity; activities are to provide students with structure, purposeful use of activity and self, including beginning and ending rituals., • Facilitate a variety of scaffolded activities based on students’ interest. Activities should promote teamwork, opportunity for mastery, and emotional and professional growth., • Facilitate purposeful activities in community hour and participate in other staff lead activities as part of the staff team., • Foster a youth development, strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants., • Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ academic success., • Attend and participate in staff meetings., • Must be at least 18 years old., • High School Diploma or GED required., • Experience and/or training relevant to the position required., • Candidates with some college, experience with adolescents and teaching/coaching youth are encouraged to apply., • Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people, • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, • Ability to engage youth, while setting structure and limits in a group setting., • Energetic, motivated self-starter and a team player, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description Job Title: Early Childhood Music Instructor (Public School Teaching Artist 3k - 2nd grade music) Department: Third Street Partners Program Reports To: Third Street Partners Program Manager Salary: Partners Session - $51.00 Per Session, Miscellaneous - $32.00 HourlyPosition Overview Music instructor needed to teach group elementary music classes in a public school located in Lower East Side. The ideal candidate is a dedicated educator and musician who has 2+ years of experience teaching students from ages 3-7. Third Street began providing music instruction to public school students in 1959. Today, Third Street partners with 30+ public schools across NYC. The goal of these partnerships is to improve the lives of students through music and dance. Third Street curriculum promotes positive social and emotional outcomes, particularly focusing on body awareness, communication development, community-building, and other executive functioning skills. Using song, language, drama, movement and instruments, children discover their creative abilities in music, dance and improvisation. Third Street also promotes an inclusive classroom, making accommodations where needed, while holding all students to high expectations for achievement and fostering caring teacher-student relationships. Children will learn songs throughout the year, celebrating the seasons, delving into music of different cultures, aligning with units of study that support academic learning. Responsibilities • Teach group classes in NYC public schools of 18 - 25 students (30-45 minutes in length), • Develop and teach 12-24 weeks of culturally responsive and inclusive curriculum, • Develop students’ ability to match pitch, play percussion instruments, enhance music vocabulary, and promote spatial awareness, • Foster a love of music through the development of artistic expression, song, dance, and instrumental exploration, • Collaborate on curriculum and scheduling with the assigned site contact person and classroom teachers, • Prepare students for informal or formal performances, depending on school needs, • 2+ years’ experience teaching in large group settings, public schools, or community music schools, • Attention to punctuality, attendance records, and reports, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with students and classroom teachers, • Record of ongoing professional development and activity in professional organizations Powered by JazzHR n1VlnH0Pji

Job Description Job Title: Public School Teaching Artist - Theatre Instructor Department: Third Street Partners Reports to: Third Street Partners Program Manager Session Rate: $51.00 / Session Position Overview Theatre Instructor needed to teach Theatre group classes in a school located in the Financial District. The ideal candidate is a dedicated educator and musician who has 2+ years of experience teaching elementary and middle school students. Classes are scheduled to take place weekly on Thursdays between 4 and 5:30pm Third Street began providing music instruction to public school students in 1959. Today, Third Street partners with 25+ public schools across NYC. The goal of these partnerships is to improve the lives of students through music and dance. Third Street curriculum promotes positive social and emotional outcomes, particularly focusing on body awareness, communication development, community-building, and other executive functioning skills. Using instruments, children discover their creative abilities in music and improvisation. Third Street also promotes an inclusive classroom, making accommodations where needed, while holding all students to high expectations for achievement and fostering caring teacher-student relationships. Responsibilities • Develop and teach 12 weeks of curriculum that develop students’ ability to understand/apply fundamental theatre concepts, develop confidence and collaborate effectively with peers., • Foster a love of theatre through the development of creative expression/storytelling, • Prepare students for informal or formal performances, depending on school needs, • 2+ years’ experience teaching Theatre in group settings, public schools, or community music schools, • Attention to punctuality, attendance records, and reports., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with students and teachers, • Record of ongoing professional development and activity in professional organizations Powered by JazzHR iqabzcEB5U

Job Description ABOUT US New York Edge is the largest after-school and summer camp program provider in New York City public schools. Each year, academic programs, including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access, help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children. SUMMARY New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic people to fill the role of Cosmetology Specialist. In this role, you will organize, lead, and promote interest in various Cosmetology. The instructor will serve as a model and a source of inspiration for students and aspiring cosmetologists. Cosmetology specialists are responsible for sequential lesson planning based on the New York Edge curriculum, classroom preparation for Cosmetology teaching and holding students to established standards, and adapting the New York State Arts Learning Standards to create an engaging and rewarding activity that encourages participation in New York Edge programs. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible. * Organize, lead, and promote interest in arts activities such as Cosmetology. * Organize performance groups and direct their rehearsals. * Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students. * Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet the student’s needs. * Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities. * Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in the activities and demonstrate the use of materials and equipment. * Evaluate activities to determine if they are producing desired results. * Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs and interests. * Progressive development of student skills leading to a final project REQUIRED SKILLS * Must be knowledgeable and skilled in a variety of cosmetology * Prior experience teaching and instructing youth preferred * Must be able to follow a curriculum * Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual! * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required * Instructs, manages, and supervises students in the classroom and the beauty space. * Teaches a variety of courses in nail technology, hair styling, and other beautifying arts while lecturing on the theory, techniques, and terminology used in the cosmetology profession * Organizes a program of practical and technical instruction, including demonstrations of skills used by hairstylists, manicurists, make-up artists, and other workers in the beauty industry * Prepares outline of instructional lesson plan and assembles materials to be presented * Evaluates the student’s understanding of the learning objectives via careful performance and execution of the hands-on activities * Maintains desirable classroom conditions and a student-oriented approach * May be required to walk up and down stairs. * May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed. * Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but may be required to interact with the community at-large during trips or events. * Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS * High School Diploma or Equivalent required; some college preferred * A minimum of one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required. * A minimum of one year of teaching experience is required. * Must have passion for New York Edge's mission and demonstrated interest in education and youth development. * Candidates qualified to lead instruction in more than one activity are also preferred. WORK SCHEDULE * 9-15 hours per week. * Monday through Friday -- 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm The Cosmetology Specialist must report to the school building and interact with staff, students, parents, and school administration. At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health. New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work the employee performs in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

Job Description New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic Activity Instructor- Dance Specialists. Who we are: New York Edge is the largest provider of after school and community school programs in all five boroughs of New York City and Wyandanch, Long Island. With more than 25,000 students in grades K-12, New York Edge bridges the opportunity gap faced by students in underinvested communities by strengthening academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life. What is a Dance Specialist: Extended Day Activity Instructors- Dance Specialists are responsible for leading after school programming for children and teens at New York Edge after-school program sites. The activity instructor is a dual reporting role, supporting the curriculum and instruction department team by designing lesson plans and implementing curricula across New York Edge program sites. They will also support the program director by preparing activity materials and explaining principles, techniques, and safety procedures to student participants. In addition, the specialist will establish clear goals and objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those goals and objectives to students. What will you do: • Build strong relationships with and among students, • Knowledgeable and skilled in one or more styles of dance and have prior experience successfully teaching and instructing youth in dance., • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff, school personnel, parents, • Teach or co-lead daily activities, • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students, • Support the coordination of program events, • Administer pre and post-assessments and evaluations for student activities, • Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS • High School Diploma or equivalent, • Must be at least 18 years of age, • College credits and/or degrees are highly preferred, • Must be knowledgeable and skilled in Dance and have at least one year experience, • Experience working with children strongly preferred, • This role requires you to be in-person at work. Schedule: Part-Time: Monday- Friday (2:30 pm - 5:30 pm) Pay: $20-25/hour (based on experience and credentials) At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and the Department of Health. At New York Edge, we are committed to delivering exceptional professional development for our staff. To apply, please visit our website at newyorkedge.org/careers. New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. New York Edge provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.