Activity Specialist: Arts Specialist (Education and Workforce TEP)

Job Details Job Location: Youth Center - New York, NY 10128 Position Type: Part Time Schedule: 12 hours per week (seasonal, 8 weeks) Hourly Rate: $24.00/hr Organization Overview The Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center (Isaacs Center) is a non‑profit, multi‑service organization focusing primarily on the needs of children and low‑income families, out‑of‑school and out‑of‑work youth, and aging New Yorkers. We operate at community centers located in the neighborhoods of East Harlem and Yorkville, and seek to deliver programs that are impactful, innovative, and intergenerational. Position Summary We are seeking a creative and skilled Arts and Crafts Specialist with a strong focus on DIY projects to join our organization. As an Arts and Crafts Specialist, you will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and conducting arts and crafts programs and workshops with an emphasis on do‑it‑yourself (DIY) techniques and projects. You will work closely with teenagers to inspire creativity, foster artistic expression, and provide hands‑on guidance for various DIY art projects. The ideal candidate should have a passion for arts and crafts, a strong knowledge of DIY techniques, and the ability to inspire and engage participants. Roles, Responsibilities, and Essential Duties Facilitate arts‑based workshops for teens between 12‑19 years of age, adjusting lesson plans for the age groups. Design and develop a diverse range of arts and crafts workshops with a primary focus on DIY projects. Collaborate with site leadership in the planning, development and execution of quality, project‑based youth development activities. Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with participants, families & other department staff. Research and explore new and innovative DIY techniques and trends to incorporate into the programs. Create detailed project plans, including material lists, step‑by‑step instructions, and visual aids for participants. Organize and set up arts and crafts stations with necessary materials, tools, and equipment. Conduct hands‑on workshops, providing guidance and support to participants in completing their DIY projects. Knowledge or willingness to learn how to use a Cricut Die Cutting Machine and its software. Demonstrate various DIY techniques, including painting, crafting, upcycling, and other creative processes. Assist participants in troubleshooting and problem‑solving during the creative process. Encourage participants to explore their creativity, experiment with different materials, and personalize their projects. Ensure a safe and clean environment during arts and crafts activities, following all safety guidelines and regulations. Collaborate with other arts and crafts specialists and instructors to share ideas, resources, and best practices. Maintain an inventory of arts and crafts supplies, restocking materials as needed. Provide guidance and support in organizing arts and crafts exhibitions or displays to showcase participants' work. Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and workshops, seeking feedback from participants and making necessary adjustments. Promote and market arts and crafts programming through various channels, including social media, flyers, and community outreach initiatives. Support the coordination of a showcase Family & Friends event highlighting youth achievements, artifacts and/or performances in specialty area. Provide support through encouragement and delivering resources. Serve as a role model to youth, always maintaining professionalism and preparedness. Utilize positive youth development strategies to resolve behavioral challenges and celebrate youth achievement. Participate in pre‑program and ongoing professional development opportunities and daily staff meetings in addition to formal feedback and coaching. Implement all health and safety protocols as required. Qualifications High School Diploma or HSE is preferred. Willingness to learn & continue learning and developing through this role. Demonstrated sensitivity & respect of teenagers and young adults, and your community. Strong communication skills. Comfortable using technology ie. Smartphones, email accounts, Microsoft Office and/or Google Docs. Able to work at least one weekend day on a rotating schedule. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences. We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organizations. Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job related task other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stanley M Isaacs Neighborhood Center