Afterschool Specialist: Fine Arts Enrichment Instructor

About Us:

Prospect Schools is a high performing, intentionally diverse, K-12 college preparatory charter network with seven schools in Brooklyn. We have set a vision to become, by 2025, the leading network of intentionally diverse schools where students and educators can work, learn, and thrive. We hope you’ll join us on this journey.

Our experienced team of leaders and educators works hard every day to prepare a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning. We are committed to offering a rigorous educational experience to all of our students regardless of background, familial income, or geography, because we believe all children have the right to a high quality education. The strong relationships across our communities allows us to push our mission forward each day for more than 2,100 students.

Our Core Values are:

• Curiosity: Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically

• Care: Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion in our work

• Persistence: Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity and tenacity

• Passion: Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm and self assurance

We have a vision to become, by 2030, the leading network of intentionally diverse schools where all students and educators can learn, work and thrive. Find out more about who we are and what we believe by spending a few minutes reading our 2024 Annual Report .

About the Role:

Prospect Schools is seeking a part-time organized, flexible, and mission-driven Afterschool Activity Specialist: Fine Arts Enrichment Instructor , for our Afterschool Program to join us in support of our growing network of schools. The ideal candidate is fully dedicated to the mission of Prospect Schools and to supporting the success of our students and families. This person will report directly to the Afterschool Program Director. The Fine Arts Enrichment Instructor is responsible for planning and leading creative, skills-based activities in one or more specialized disciplines, including Visual Arts, Filmmaking, Cosmetology, Anime, and Cartoons & Comics. The instructor will cultivate a supportive and engaging environment where students explore artistic expression, develop technical skills, and build confidence through hands-on learning and project-based activities. 

We are looking for a Youth & Development employee who specializes in 1 or more of the following areas: 

• Visual Arts: Painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media

• Filmmaking: Video production, editing, scriptwriting, storyboarding

• Cosmetology: Basic hair, makeup, skincare; hygiene and safety

• Anime / Cartoons & Comics: Illustration, digital or hand-drawn storytelling, character design

Afterschool Activity Specialists facilitate youth groups, organize trips, conduct outreach and recruitment, interact with parents and partner with the community. Our Afterschool Activity Specialists are responsible for being rock stars that can create lessons, projects and objectives that meet the individual students’ needs. They foster an atmosphere of fun and learning and serve as role models to youth, always conducting themselves in the utmost professional manner and maintaining appropriate boundaries. They are also responsible for maintaining the target number of participants.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise a group of up to 15 participants, facilitate select activities and maintain health and well-being of all children enrolled.

• Explain techniques and safety procedures for youth participants and demonstrate appropriate use of materials and equipment.

• Establish clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to the students

• Assist with program set-up and clean up.

• Assist with drills to practice site-evacuation/emergency procedures and capable of implementing such procedures.

• Oversee progressive development of student skills leading to a final project.

• Take attendance.

• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

• Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other students, explaining rules, and encouraging participation. 

• Evaluate activity to determine if they are producing desired results and adapt accordingly.

• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. 

• Encourage positive character development in all youth.

• Perform additional duties and projects assigned at the discretion of the After-School Program Director. 

Qualifications:

• Experience in one or more Fine Arts disciplines (e.g., visual arts, film, beauty, illustration)

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Ability to adapt lessons for diverse learners and age groups

• Passion for arts education and youth development

• Background check and relevant clearances required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

• Must have the ability to lead participants in-group activities, especially enrichment and recreational activities.

• Possess imagination, a sense of humor, patience, conviction, sincerity, enthusiasm, initiative, self-control, adaptability, willingness to learn, integrity, and ingenuity.

• Candidates who are qualified to lead instruction in more than one activity are preferred.

• Show ability to accept supervision and guidance.

• Demonstrate ability to follow and execute schedules and activity plans.

Candidate Requirements:

• High school diploma

• Certifications and credentials in respective skill-based activities are highly preferred.

• Able to work late afternoons and/or evenings. After School hours can span from 3:00 to 6:30 pm. Most days you will be working from 4:00 to 6:00.

• Prior experience teaching, mentoring, or facilitating youth leadership programs.

Salary:

Employees at Prospect Schools are provided with a competitive salary. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. The hourly wage range for this role is from $25 - $35 per hour

The critical features of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.