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WHAT WILL BE YOUR IMPACT AND EXPERIENCE AT CAMP: - Immerse yourself in a vibrant and positive camp environment; foster an inclusive camp culture for all. - Demonstrate leadership skills, train the next generation of camp professionals, and make a lasting impact on camp staff and campers. - Bring innovative and creative programs to life, promoting daily physical activity, skill development, inclusive sports & games, and creative play. - Build strong connections with parents, staff, campers, and partners. Become a familiar face and someone our communities can rely on. - Be part of a passionate, committed team that goes the extra mile to make programming fun and impactful, to make families and staff feel supported, and provide safe spaces for kids to play and build friendships. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING We're seeking enthusiastic and experienced individuals ready for a summer adventure. As the Greenpoint Camp Director, you'll be the heart of our camp, overseeing all aspects of camp management and creating a safe, memorable experience for the staff and campers Your summer duties will include: - Dedicate in-person and remote time during the preseason to coordinate camp logistics with key departments (e.g. Marketing & Development, Operations, People & Culture, Program Management). - Attend pre-camp orientations hosted by the Department of Healthy and Kids in the Game staff, and help to structure and coordinate training for your camp staff before and during camp. - Participate in weekly Camp Director meetings and trainings from April-June to be fully trained in your camp administration and supervision responsibilities. - Oversee the day-to-day operations of the camp, including hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising staff members. - Assign staff to camp groups, assess their ability to work with different age groups, offer regular feedback to continuously improve staff performance, and administer staff evaluations twice per summer. - Keep staff personnel files up-to-date and compliant with Department of Health regulations, and ensure that staff certifications are valid and on-site at all times. - Ensure that all necessary forms are in place before a child enters any program, including up-to-date physicals, immunization records, registration forms, waivers, etc. - Monitor daily camp enrollment and maintain accurate attendance records for staff and campers. - Organize and support the implementation of the Kids in the Game summer camp schedule & programming, including weekly themes, team time & group games, structured arts, sports, movement, and STEM activities, swim schedule, field trips, and special events - Notify parents/guardians of children about session dates, camp trips, theme days and schedule changes well in advance, and remain accessible to parents throughout the summer. - Ensure that all program equipment and supplies are ordered, available and properly maintained during the summer. - Maintain and enforce all camp safety rules and policies; recognize, prevent and correct safety hazards; monitor the health and safety of all campers and staff. - Act as a key player in problem solving staff/camper issues and parental concerns; be able to identify camper behavior issues and respond with corrective steps. - Communicate regularly with the Camps Supervisor and other key leaders from internal departments to ensure compliance with camp operations, supervision, and administration procedures. Pre-Summer & Summer Work Schedule: Pre Summer Camp Expectations: Part time in-person & remote work from January to June dedicated to training, staff interviews, family outreach, info sessions & orientations Summer Camp Expectations: Full time in-person camp administration for a camp with 80-130+ campers and 25-35+ staff members June 14 – August 22, 2025

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to lead the kitchen operations at our bustling Irish bar in Manhattan. Our menu is a fusion of traditional Irish fare and American sports bar favorites, catering to a vibrant crowd. The Chef will manage all aspects of the kitchen, from food preparation to staff management, ensuring smooth operations during high-volume shifts. Collaboration with the bar manager is essential to ensure a cohesive dining and drinking experience. Key Responsibilities: Food Preparation & Cooking: Prepare and cook a number of Irish dishes (e.g. Steak & Guinness Pie, Stews or Fish & Chips) alongside American sports bar classics like wings, burgers, and nachos. A smaller menu means the main focus for us in maintaining consistent quality and presentation. Kitchen Operations Management: Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency and high standards during peak hours. Manage workflow, station setup, and ensure smooth service. Menu Collaboration & Development: Work closely with the bar manager to develop seasonal menus and specials that complement the bar’s offerings and appeal to our clientele. Inventory & Cost Control: Manage inventory, order supplies, and utilize P&L software to track and control food costs. Minimize waste, monitor portion sizes, and optimize food preparation to maintain profitability. Team Leadership: Lead, train, and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring a positive team environment and clear communication during service. Schedule staff shifts and ensure proper staffing levels. Hiring and Termination responsibilities in collaboration with the owner. Compliance & Food Safety: Ensure the kitchen adheres to all health and safety regulations, including NYC Board of Health standards. Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic workspace. Collaboration: Work closely with the bar and front-of-house teams to coordinate food service, especially during events and busy times. Respond to customer feedback and dietary needs. Requirements: Proven experience as a Chef in a fast-paced bar, pub, or restaurant, with familiarity in both Irish and American cuisine. NYC Food Handler’s License and other Board of Health certifications. Experience using inventory management and P&L software to track costs and manage kitchen supplies. Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment, especially during peak hours and special events. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and train kitchen staff. Excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking abilities. A team player mentality with a collaborative approach to working with bar staff and management. Preferred Qualifications: Culinary degree or equivalent experience. Knowledge of Irish cuisine, American sports bar trends, and customer preferences. Strong understanding of food cost management and kitchen profitability. Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience, plus performance-based incentives.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are actively seeking coaches, college students, and youth development specialists to join our dynamic team of recess coaches from October 2024 through June 2025. As a valued member of Kids in the Game, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our school communities and programming, which focuses on incorporating educational and engaging sports and fitness classes throughout the school day. About the role: Recess Coaches lead group games in schools across New York City during the school year. Coaches organize games and challenges that promote physical activity and positive interaction among children and young adults from Pre-K to middle school. Your goal is to develop motor skills and physical development among younger children and encourage proper exercise and eating habits among older children. You must be able to adapt your activities to accommodate and include children with different physical and development abilities. Weekly Schedule: Monday through Friday from 10:45am-1:45pm Location: Growing Up Green Charter School, 89-25 161st St. Jamaica, NY 11432 As a Recess Coach, you can expect to: - Teach skills and enhance children’s knowledge of physical fitness, health education, rhythm and dance, as well as individual and team sports, through Kids in the Game curriculum - Work cooperatively with other Kids in the Game staff members in planning a balanced recess & physical education program - Analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of formal sports, games rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement - Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the developmental needs of each child - Provide appropriate safety instruction and conduct safety checks on equipment and field areas to insure the overall safety of all sports equipment and school spaces - Implement best practices in child behavior management to provide an orderly, productive environment in physical education classes and group activities - Evaluate each child's growth in physical skills, knowledge, and contribution in team sports, and share regular progress reports with school administrators and Kids in the Game’s program management team - Collaborate with school administrators to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines. - Communicate with parents and school counselors on each child’s progress - Performs other duties as may from time to time be assigned by the supervisor to successfully implement the physical education program

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are actively seeking coaches, college students, and youth development specialists to join our dynamic team of recess, after-school coaches, and activity specialists from October 2024 through June 2025. As a valued member of Kids in the Game, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our school programming, which focuses on incorporating educational and engaging sports and fitness classes during the traditional after-school hours. The Regional Sub role is designed for someone who can be both a recess coach and an after school coach. Our regional subs would be responsible for working 2-3 days per week, preferably between 9-6pm. They would be assigned to “home base” locations for a recess site in the morning (9am-1pm) and an after school site in the afternoon (2-6pm) within their designated region. - The current regions for coverage are Manhattan & Bronx, Queens & Brooklyn, or Manhattan & Brooklyn. - If there is a coach absent at another program, the Regional Sub will be reassigned to cover their recess and / or after school programs if it’s within their region. The boroughs you would travel to would be established during the onboarding process. - Regional subs would be working closely with our Program Management Team and Scheduling Manager to ensure available shifts are covered, and the on-site expectations at each location are met for the program type. - Regional Subs would implement a series of age-appropriate group games and activities across programs for children and young adults from Pre-K to middle school. - Typically, our coaches work anywhere from 2-3 days and 10-20 hours per week (depending on availability and skill set) at a competitive hourly rate. Position Responsibilities: - Commit to a weekly schedule of recess & after school (5-8 hours per day, 2-3 days per week) at assigned schools located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. - Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills to respond quickly to our scheduling team and stay flexible with scheduling changes. - Travel within two boroughs each day to support different programs and lead sports / fitness activities. - Lead age-appropriate lessons for kids ages 4-13 in our after school programs. - Implement a curriculum of engaging, skill-based activities that can be adapted to children’s various learning styles and developmental needs. - Display patience and utilize positive behavior management skills to manage children’s behaviors and respond to their needs.