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Activity Specialist at NYCMC Wellspring Schools
NYCMC —Hollis, NY
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
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Leadership Afterschool Activity Specialist - (SB)
Sunnyside Community Services —Elmhurst, NY
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Public speaking
- Residential
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STEAM Afterschool Activity Specialist -PT (CB)
Sunnyside Community Services —Jamaica, NY
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Residential
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Community Habilitation Specialist
Community Based Services —Peekskill, NY
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Per diem
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Mileage reimbursement
- 401(k)
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Leadership Afterschool Activity Specialist- (CB)
Sunnyside Community Services —Jamaica, NY
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
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STEAM Afterschool Activity Specialist - PT (SB)
Sunnyside Community Services —Elmhurst, NY
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Residential
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Activity Specialist-Martial Arts
New York City Mission Society —Bronx, NY
- $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Children
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Mental Health Specialist
Family Services of Westchester —Yonkers, NY
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Afterschool Physical Education Instructor
Sunnyside Community Services —Sunnyside, NY
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Temporary
- School experience
- 18 years or older
- High school
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Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle —New Rochelle, NY
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Paid time off
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Assistant Program Director
Coalition for Hispanic Family Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $50,000 - $65,000 a year
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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59018 PS 129 - COMPASS - Content Specialist
The Child Center of NY —Queens, NY
- $40 an hour
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
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Afterschool Dance Instructor
Sunnyside Community Services —Sunnyside, NY
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
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Program Director - P.S. 156 Laurelton (COMPASS)
The Child Center of NY —Queens, NY
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Spanish
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Clubhouse Generalist/Peer Specialist (TOP Clubhouse)
GODDARD RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER —New York, NY
- $40,500 - $45,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
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Afterschool STEAM Instructor
Sunnyside Community Services —Sunnyside, NY
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
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Group Leader - Flushing/Bayside/Whitestone/College Point, Queens
The Child Center of NY —Queens, NY
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Children
- Entry level
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Group Leader - Corona/Elmhurst, Queens
The Child Center of NY —New York, NY
- $18 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- High school diploma or GED
- Children
- Entry level
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After School Coach (26-27 School Year) - NYC
Kids in the Game —New York, NY
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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Group Leader 26-27
Harlem Link Charter School —New York, NY
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Spanish
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Activity Specialist at NYCMC Wellspring Schools

NYCMC
Hollis, NY

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Job Details

Part-time
$21 - $23 an hour

Qualifications

School experience
Student supervision
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Culturally responsive teaching (DEI initiatives)
Curriculum development
Child behavior management
Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Classroom experience
Lesson planning
Working with youth

Full Job Description

Who We Are

The New York City Muslim Center (NYCMC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and home to the largest Islamic Center in New York City. Our 60,000 sq. ft. facility impacts over 2,000 lives weekly, serving as the headquarters for:

NYCMC Wellspring Schools
NYCMC Uplift
The Jesus Son of Mary Mosque (JSMC)
NYCMC FKAD Institute

We don’t just run classrooms — we build environments where students grow academically, spiritually, and emotionally. Every role in our school contributes to shaping future leaders.

The Opportunity

Schedule: Monday-Friday, approximately 2:30 PM-6:30 PM during the school year, with additional opportunities during school breaks and summer programming.

Inspire. Teach. Make Every Afternoon Count.

The NYC Muslim Center (NYCMC) and Wellspring Schools are seeking a passionate, creative, and energetic Activity Specialist to help launch our new DYCD COMPASS After-School Program serving students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. If you enjoy inspiring young people through hands-on learning, arts, science, technology, athletics, music, leadership, or other enrichment activities, we'd love to meet you. This position offers the opportunity to design meaningful experiences that help students build confidence, discover new interests, strengthen friendships, and develop lifelong skills in a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.

Position Summary

The Activity Specialist develops and facilitates engaging enrichment activities within a specialized content area that supports the goals of the DYCD COMPASS program. Working closely with the Program Director, Content Specialist, and Group Leaders, the Activity Specialist delivers structured, age-appropriate programming that promotes youth development, creativity, teamwork, problem solving, and academic growth while ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Preferred Specialty Areas

We are seeking specialists with experience in one or more of the following:

STEAM
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Robotics
Coding
Visual Arts
Music
Drama
Dance
Physical Education
Sports
Fitness
Martial Arts
Literacy
Creative Writing
Chess
Photography
Financial Literacy
Entrepreneurship
Leadership Development
College & Career Readiness

Applicants with expertise in additional enrichment areas are encouraged to apply.

Essential Responsibilities

The Activity Specialist will:

Develop and facilitate engaging lessons within an assigned enrichment area.
Create structured lesson plans that support DYCD COMPASS program goals.
Foster student creativity, curiosity, teamwork, leadership, and confidence.
Deliver activities that are age-appropriate, engaging, culturally responsive, and inclusive.
Collaborate with the Content Specialist to ensure activities align with required COMPASS content areas.
Support implementation of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) throughout daily activities.
Promote positive youth development through encouragement, mentorship, and relationship building.
Utilize positive classroom management strategies that support student growth and engagement.
Adapt activities to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with disabilities whenever appropriate.
Prepare instructional materials and activity spaces before each session.
Assist with family engagement events, showcases, field trips, community events, and special programming.
Accurately complete lesson plans, attendance records, and other program documentation as required.
Communicate professionally with program leadership regarding student progress, concerns, and program needs.
Participate in required staff meetings, professional development, and training sessions.
Maintain equipment, supplies, and activity spaces in a safe and organized condition.
Help ensure all activities comply with DYCD, OCFS School Age Child Care (SACC), organizational, and applicable safety requirements.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
Demonstrated knowledge, training, certification, or professional experience within at least one enrichment area.
Experience working with children or youth in a school, camp, recreation, after-school, or similar setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to engage and motivate diverse groups of students.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Education, Recreation, Child Development, Fine Arts, Physical Education, STEM, Music, or related field.
Experience teaching or leading enrichment programs.
Experience working in DYCD, COMPASS, SONYC, SACC, school, or youth development programs.
CPR/First Aid certification.

Required Knowledge & Skills

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

Strong classroom and behavior management skills
Creativity and enthusiasm
Positive youth development practices
Effective communication
Organization and time management
Flexibility and adaptability
Cultural responsiveness
Professionalism
Ability to foster a welcoming, inclusive environment

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

Stand and walk for extended periods.
Participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
Lift and carry program materials weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.
Actively supervise students throughout classrooms, gyms, playgrounds, and field trips.
Respond appropriately during emergencies.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Required Clearances & Training

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required screenings and clearances, which may include:

Background check
Fingerprinting
State Central Register clearance, where applicable
Reference verification

Employees must successfully complete all required organizational, DYCD, and School Age Child Care (SACC) trainings upon hire and throughout employment. Required training may include child safety, mandated reporting, emergency preparedness, behavior management, social-emotional learning, mental health awareness, inclusion, and other topics required by DYCD or program leadership.

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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activity specialist jobs in dobbs ferry, ny

Activity Specialist at NYCMC Wellspring Schools

Leadership Afterschool Activity Specialist - (SB)

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