Activity Coordinator

2 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Union Settlement Full time
Cooking Activity Specialist Job Description

Union Settlement is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing critical and innovative programming to children, youth, families, and older adults in East Harlem. We are seeking a qualified Cooking Activity Specialist to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Cooking Activity Specialist will be responsible for planning and implementing weekly lesson plans related to cooking and nutrition for afterschool participants. This includes creating a workshop environment conducive to learning and mastery, leading project-based activities, and preparing participants for quarterly presentations and showcases.

Responsibilities:
  • Plan and implement weekly lesson plans related to cooking and nutrition
  • Assist with dismissal and escort students outside of the building and across the street to a safe location
  • Create a workshop environment conducive to learning and mastery
  • Lead project-based activities and prepare participants for quarterly presentations and showcases
  • Produce mandated program reports based on participants' achievements as requested
  • Contact parents/guardians weekly with positive inspirations, and log all calls in Google drive
  • Work cooperatively with all staff, community-based organizations, students, and parents
  • Participate in special events, staff meetings, USA program committee, monthly Youth Services Department meetings, and all school trips/afterschool events
Qualifications:
  • A minimum of three years of experience working in a youth services program
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
  • Ability to tutor any elementary or middle school participant in at least one subject area
  • Strong verbal, written, clerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced, challenging, and constantly changing environment
  • The ability to perform at a high level
  • Dedication to serving youth in an urban setting
Competencies:
  • Leading Others: Creates a sense of urgency throughout the organization on the importance of achieving outcomes
  • Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility
  • Managing Performance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team
  • Applying and Developing Expertise: Embraces and leads the team to achieve milestones
  • Communicating and Collaborating: Listens well and actively engages with others with honesty and integrity
Union Settlement's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment:

Union Settlement is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.



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