Activity Specialist / Enrichment Instructor (SY 26 - 27)

Activity Specialist / Enrichment Instructor (PS 59) Organization: Areté Education Position Type: Part-time (School Year) Location: On-Site, Brooklyn, NY Salary Range: starting at $25/hr (depending on experience) About Areté Education Areté Education is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving 1,500 students and families annually in the Bronx, Washington Heights, and Bed-Stuy. Through afterschool, summer, and career-connected programs, Areté delivers 5,000+ program hours per year with a 97% graduation rate and 76% post-secondary enrollment. For more information, please visit Position Summary The Arete Enrichment Instructor will lead engaging and safe learning activities for Arete Education in a Elementary school afterschool Program. We expect excellent performance in the areas listed below: Responsibilities & Expectations Regular attendance for assigned weekly shifts during program Timely arrival to work Completion and regular revisions to curriculum map Daily planning of engaging, high-impact learning activities A commitment to excellence in your work with students as demonstrated by your positive and caring presence with students and families Collaboration with colleagues and supervisors Best practices related to keeping accurate attendance of students Participation in all professional learning opportunities provided Willingness to reflect on strengths and areas for growth to improve individual and team performance Accountability for student engagement in your course(s)/club(s) Friendly and open communication with families Regular communication with supervisors and Areté headquarters staff (email, phone) Flexibility in weekly scheduling to best support needs of students and families in program This position is grant-funded and subject to budget considerations Education and Experience 5+ years experience working with youth Curriculum and lesson plan writing experience Prior internship or work experience working with Arete Education preferred Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment and Foundations in Health and Safety online trainings required (8-hours) to begin Department of Education PETS background clearance College diploma, masters preferred Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one’s tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to support program activities Start Date: Subject to PETS clearance *This position is grant-funded and subject to budget considerations #J-18808-Ljbffr Areté Education