Lead play-based programming and recess activities at two elementary schools to improve school culture and student belonging. Manage administrative tasks, facilitate leadership programs for older students, and maintain partnerships with school staff and families.
Are you passionate about working with youth in play-based environments? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on school culture, student belonging, and youth development? If yes, Playworks has an exciting opportunity for you. We are actively seeking highly organized, relationship-driven, and dynamic Site Specialist (also known as Playworks Coaches) to support local school communities.
As a Site Specialist, you will bring the power of healthy play and physical activity to two elementary schools in {Boston/Lawrence}, helping create joyful environments where students and staff can thrive. In partnership with school communities, you will lead Playworks programming throughout the school day, using play to build skills, strengthen school culture, and support student success. You will facilitate engaging recess and class game sessions, teach conflict resolution, and inspire all students to participate, feel connected, and collaborate with school staff and families to foster a stronger sense of community both inside and outside the classroom.
At Playworks, we believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. We are changing the school climate by leveraging the power of safe, fun, and healthy play every day at school. We create a place for every kid on the playground to feel engaged, be active, and build valuable skills by partnering with schools, districts, and after-school programs through services including digital engagement, on-site coaches, professional training for school staff who support play, and consultative partnerships.
Here’s where you come in: Specifically, you will have Program, Administrative, and School Partnership Duties as follows-
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The scope, responsibilities, and priorities of this role may shift over time in response to organizational needs and strategic direction.
This position may require travel to various locations.
If a Playworks employee is required to drive a vehicle for work-related purposes (not commuting purposes), the employee must complete an authorization form and provide us with evidence of a valid, current driver's license and proof of liability/collision/property damage insurance with minimum coverage of $50,000 each accident/ $100,000 each occurrence
In the event of virtual instruction activities, the position will require the use of computer technology and internet access
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Playworks Site Specialists are required to frequently balance, bend, climb, grasp, kneel, reach, sit, squat, stand, stoop, twist, walk, and write on a daily basis. Site Specialist must also be able to occasionally lift and carry light to medium loads of 10 – 50 pounds and occasionally pull and push loads of 10 – 50 pounds. Requires normal hearing and vision to communicate with children and adults. Also requires flexibility to readily adapt to changing environments.
As an equal opportunity program, Playworks encourages applications from all individuals regardless of national origin, religion, gender, differing abilities (physical, mental, learning), sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, education, marital status, language, political affiliation, military experience, and any other legally protected basis. Playworks evaluates all candidates on a merit basis.
Requires at least 2 years of experience working with children and proven organizational skills in program planning. Candidates must have strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive.
Market context
In Massachusetts, New England Site Specialist roles are typically driven by steady demand for candidates who can support children’s programs, coordinate activities, and keep schedules on track. These positions are competitive because employers look for at least 2 years of experience with children, strong communication, and comfort with Microsoft Office and Google Drive. Before applying, compare your experience in program planning against the posting and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.