Summer Activity Instructor- Visual Arts Specialist

Company: NEW YORK EDGE, INC
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Who we are: New York Edge is the largest provider of after school and community school programs in all five boroughs of New York City and Wyandanch, Long Island. With more than 25,000 students in grades K-12, New York Edge bridges the opportunity gap faced by students in underinvested communities by strengthening academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life. What is a Visual Arts Activity Specialist: Summer Arts Activity Specialists are responsible for leading summer day camp programming for children and teens at New York Edge summer day camp sites. The activity instructor is a dual reporting role, supporting the curriculum and instruction department team by designing lesson plans and implementing curricula across New York Edge program sites. They will also support the program director by preparing activity materials and explaining principles, techniques, and safety procedures to student participants. In addition, the specialist will establish clear goals and objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those goals and objectives to students. What will you do: Build strong relationships with and among students Organize, lead, and promote interest in arts activities such as visual art, painting, drawing, photography & digital media Establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff, school personnel and parents/ guardians Teach or co-lead daily activities Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in the activities and demonstrate the use of materials and equipment Administer pre and post-assessments and evaluations for student activities Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or equivalent Must be at least 18 years of age College credits and/or degrees are highly preferred Must be knowledgeable and skilled in Visual Arts Activities and have at least one year experience instructing youth. Experience working with children strongly preferred Schedule: Part-Time Seasonal/Temporary (July 2nd – August 15th) Weekly Scheduled Hours of 16-29 No Summer Camp on July 4th Elementary school: Monday-Friday 12pm-6pm Middle school: operates Monday-Thursday 12-6pm, Friday 8am-6pm (until August 8th) Pay: $20-25/hour (based on experience and credentials) To apply, please visit our website at https://newyorkedge.org/careers/ New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and the Department of Health. At New York Edge, we are committed to delivering exceptional professional development for our staff. All summer activity specialists are required to complete a mandatory 3-hour curriculum and instruction training before the start of summer camp. This training will be offered on June 23rd, 24th, or 25th; please note that these dates are subject to change New York Edge provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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