Activity Specialist, Education

Description

Organizational Overview

RiseBoro Community Partnership is a comprehensive agency that serves underserved communities in New York City. Since its inception in 1973, RiseBoro has collaborated with community leaders, government agencies, and private investors to address housing, health, and service needs. Their programs span various areas, including housing, senior services, health care, youth development, education, empowerment, community development, arts programming, skills training, homelessness prevention, and access to healthy foods.

Here are some highlights:

Youth Center: RiseBoro converted 30,000 square feet of vacant land into a youth center, providing local youth and their families with opportunities for skill development, mentorship, and growth.

Senior Services: RiseBoro was designated the first Innovative Senior Center in Brooklyn by the NYC Department for the Aging. Their extensive programming includes health management, physical exercise, and nutritional programs, collaborating with local hospitals and universities.

Affordable Housing: RiseBoro is involved in affordable housing projects, such as the Hunters Point venture, which includes 1,100 apartments and retail/community space. 80% of the units are permanently affordable or earmarked for seniors.

RiseBoro’s mission is to empower communities to thrive, regardless of the odds. They work toward a city where zip codes don’t determine health outcomes, housing stability, or economic power. 

If you’re interested, consider becoming part of the RiseBoro community.

Candidates must have the required qualifications to be considered for the position. The salary or hourly rate offer will be based on the candidate’s experience in the exact or comparable position and additional preferred qualifications will be considered.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Schedule: 12 - 15 hours per week

 ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide specialized instruction in art, photography, cartooning, dance, recreation, coding or martial arts. 
• Create and implement a syllabus and pacing calendar for the school year that is based on outcomes.
• Be prepared to put together a performance piece or portfolio of the students’ work for showcases and celebrations.
• Help youth to develop healthy self-esteem, decision-making skills, respect, discipline, and physical fitness interests.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Detail oriented
• Organized
• Ability to successfully manage multiple relationships
• Strong communication skills.
• Willing to go above and beyond program mandates for the benefit of the children.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Candidate must possess a degree or training in their field or have at least two years’ experience teaching young people this discipline. 

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Policy

It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro offers reasonable accommodation based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.

Salary : $25 - $35