Quick answer
Playworks is hiring a Site Specialist for a seasonal, full-time position to bring physical activity and healthy play to two elementary schools, with a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.
- Role
- Site Specialist
- Organization
- Playworks
- Location
- Various locations
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- Competitive hourly wage: $23.13/ hr
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
As a Site Specialist, you will bring healthy play and physical activity to two elementary schools to create a positive environment for learning and teaching. You will run Playworks' physical activity programs, teach conflict resolution strategies, and inspire children to get involved in games.
What you'll do
- Plan and implement sports and play-based programming during recess, in school, and after school hours
- Teach conflict resolution strategies and inspire children to participate in games
- Maintain communication between Playworks staff, school staff, teachers, families, and volunteers
- Collect and maintain paperwork, including organizing daily, weekly, and monthly schedules and timesheets
- Support the regional team and national program department with the delivery of programmatic learning, pre-service training, and management resources
- Participate in fundraising projects and events
What it takes
- Proven organizational skills
- Knowledge of youth development principles and practices
- At least 2 years of experience working directly with children
- Experience working collaboratively with adults and facilitating trainings for adults
- Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills
- Experience establishing and maintaining professional relationships with internal leadership and teams and external clients
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee-funded pre-tax health, and child care spending accounts. Paid time off for school breaks and paid sick leave. Opportunities for professional development.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in various locations, with the option to work from home if needed.
What is the compensation?
The competitive hourly wage is $23.13/ hr, with a comprehensive benefits package.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include proven organizational skills, knowledge of youth development principles, and at least 2 years of experience working directly with children.
How do I apply?
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted on a rolling basis. Apply now to be considered.
How to apply
Apply directly on Playworks's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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