Afterschool Physical Education Instructor

• P.S. 150Q

  (Part-Time) Sunnyside Community Services
• 3.6 Sunnyside, NY Job Details Part-time $21
• $25 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Sweeping Youth recreational activities facilitation School experience Student supervision Table cleanliness maintenance Maintaining an organized workspace Classroom activity organization Student engagement techniques Curriculum implementation Child safety supervision Experience working with 5th graders Special events experience Presentation preparation Instructional materials development Sports activities for children Elementary school teaching experience Clean workspace maintenance Experience teaching physical education Fitness instruction experience in educational institutions Activity planning for children Communication skills Student safety monitoring Physical activity program development Working with youth Entry level Full Job Description Reporting directly to the Program Director and Assistant Director, the Physical Education (PE) Activity Specialist will work with the Group Leader and be responsible for the overall care and safety of the students.

The PE Activity Specialist is responsible for developing age-appropriate lesson plans and tailoring the curriculum for different grade levels and various learning styles. The instructor will teach elementary school students in grades K-5 a variety of skills related to PE under the guidance of the Content Specialist. This position will be a part of our Youth and Family Services offered at Sunnyside Community Services, which includes a pre-kindergarten program, after-school programs for elementary and middle school students, high school job readiness, career readiness, enrichment programming, and Adult and Immigrant Services. Responsibilities Supervise a group of K-5th grade children along with the Group Leader and provide for the safety and well-being of participants. Create and carry out age-appropriate lesson plans relevant to the program theme. Submit age-appropriate lesson plans on time. Create presentations and visuals for participants. Teach at least two PE classes per day. Carry out SEL activities as required by our funders. Assist and engage participants and lead by example. Help prepare materials and examples in advance for student understanding during activities. Assist with planning and preparation of special events and projects. Be the main support in putting together a showcase for the parents at the end of each of the three cycles. Collaborate with other Activity Specialists, as well as Group Leaders, to make sure everyone is working towards a common goal for the parent showcase. Meet regularly with supervisor and other staff members to share best practices and address challenges. Attend essential workshops and mandated training. Lift program materials to and from our office and other areas. Go up and down the stairs on a daily basis. Maintain the cleanliness of program space and ensure program supplies are well organized and in good condition

• this includes wiping tables and sweeping floors when needed. Arrive on time to your shift daily, in uniform, ready to engage with the participants and activities of the day. Follow through with other responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Must be 18 years old or older. Must be available Monday
• Friday, 2
• 5:45 pm (limited flexibility to accommodate school schedules).

Experience working with children in a school environment is preferred. Excellent organizational, communication and teaching skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Afterschool staff are expected to be committed to the position until the end of the school year in June. They are welcome to apply for a summer camp position.

Compensation:

$21.00

• $25.

00/hour (Non-Exempt)

Dates:

September 8, 2026

• June 28, 2027

Status:

Part-Time Schedule:

Monday

• Friday, 2
• 5:45pm; Up to 3 hours of Mandatory Weekly Trainings ; 13 pre-selected holidays (8 am
• 6 pm)

Location:

PS 150Q in Sunnyside, Queens How to

Apply:

Email a cover letter and resume to Lizzette Mejia-Gil, Program Director, at . Please indicate "Physical Education Activity Specialist" in the email subject line. All positions at Sunnyside Community Services are filled without regard to race/color, religion/creed, national origin, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy-related condition or lactation, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, height, weight, status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/ sex offenses, predisposing genetic characteristic, immigration or citizenship status, prior arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, pre-employment marijuana testing, union affiliation/activity, or for reporting or opposing discrimination on these bases or for reporting or opposing violations of workplace health and safety, pay equity or practices, or for participating in any internal or any legally protected status listed in the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL). All are encouraged to apply. Sunnyside Community Services strives to address, explore, and educate all our stakeholders about the diversity of human experience and to advance and integrate racial equity and social justice into all organizational policies and programs. We believe that everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do for the organization, should feel equally involved and supported. Sunnyside Community Services represents a commitment to considering the whole person and how systemic barriers and access to opportunities can affect their well-being. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer