Activity Specialist
The Police Athletic League (PAL) is the largest independent youth organization in New York City that provides educational and recreational activities for children and young adults. PAL Inc. and The New York City Police Department work in partnership to provide communities with summer and after-school recreational and educational activities. The Police Athletic League, together with NYPD and the law enforcement community, supports and inspires New York City youth to realize their full individual potential as productive members of society.
We are looking for Activity Specialists who will be responsible for developing and implementing a broad range of specialties: dance, sports, STEM, leadership, performing arts, and visual arts. Specialists will oversee their area of expertise while collaborating with all staff and leadership.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensure the health, safety and well-being of participants by providing appropriate supervision at all times.
- Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
- Plan and implement meaningful activities and special events that are age-appropriate, exciting, and challenging.
- Teach participants the fundamentals of specialized activity to build their level of skill and confidence.
- Coordinate and present a culminating performance at the end of the program cycle, if applicable.
- Work cooperatively with Afterschool Counselors, professional staff, teachers, and other program and school staff.
- Build positive relationships with youth and adults and serve as a role model with respect to demeanor, communication, and behavior.
- Attend meetings with staff, parents, volunteers, and community residents as needed.
- Interact with parents and keep open lines of communication.
The Commitment
Able to work 15 hours a week (3 hours a day, 5 days a week)
Able to attend 15 hours of orientation prior to the beginning of programming.
Able to attend scheduled staff meetings.
