Job detail
Summer Activity Specialist
Henry Street Settlement
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/23/2026
Location
New York
Salary
$22 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The activity specialist will lead engaging recreational, academic, and artistic activities for youth in grades k-8 while maintaining a safe and inclusive environment. They are responsible for developing lesson plans, managing classroom behavior, and collaborating with staff to ensure program objectives are met.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or hse, with college enrollment in a related field preferred. A minimum of 2 years of experience in an after-School, camp, or youth program setting is required.
high schoolTeamworkAdaptabilityMentoringCollaborationCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsConflict resolutionRecord keepingLesson planningBehavior managementRecreational activitiesClassroom managementYouth developmentArtistic activities