Instructor/Activity Specialist (ARTS, STEM, SPORTS, DANCE) - Seasonal
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Job description
Department Number: 645602- COMPASS Expansion at PS330 Position Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt) Hourly Rate: $ 23.34 Work Schedule: Summer (July and August 2026) Monday through Thursday- shifts vary 11 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Friday full day- 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: HANAC COMPASS PS330 @ PS143 , 34-55 112th Street , Corona, NY 11368 About HANAC, Inc. HANAC, Inc. – originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee – is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.
Position
Overview
The Instructor/ Activity Specialist is responsible for designing a leading engaging skill-based enrichment activities for our youth. Specialists bring expertise in a specific content area such as STEM, Arts, Sports, Dance or technology and deliver structured, age- appropriate lesson that enhance students’ learning and summer experience. This role supports student development through hands-on instruction, creativity, and active participation while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.
Responsibilities
- Plan and develop structured lesson plans aligned with area of expertise.
- Lead daily enrichment activities that are engaging, interactive, and age- appropriate.
- Adapt instruction to meet the needs and interest of diverse learners.
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborate with Group Leaders and program staff to support overall program goals.
- Prepare materials and set up activity spaces in advance.
- Track participation and support attendance efforts.
- Manage student behavior using positive youth development strategies.
- Participate in staff meetings and professional development.
- Follow all HANAC, Summer Rising, NYC Public Schools, OCFS, and DYCD policies and procedures. Keys Skills &
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent (Associates or Bachelor’s Preferred)
- Demonstrated experience or expertise in a specialty activity area.
- Experience working with children or youth
- Ability to create and implement engaging lesson plans.
- Strong classroom/activity management skills.
- Creative and engaging instruction style.
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Strong communication and team oriented.
- Assist in transitions, meals, trip, events and in other areas as needed.