Arts & Crafts Activity Specialist

Date Posted	March 23, 2026
Industry	K-12: Charter Schools
Certification Needed	No
Job Status	Part-time
Salary	$21 - $25
Website	http://www.Harlemlink.org

Description:

Link children with the futures they deserve. Our intentionally small and community-focused independent charter school is seeking a Arts & Crafts Specialist. This individual would join our dedicated 

team of professionals who have been linking academics, values, and community since 2005. Our community seeks a team player to engage families and students, staff and support the day-to-day operations of Harlem Link After All Program. The After All Arts & Crafts Specialist will report to the Director of After School Programs & Special Initiatives. 

After All at Harlem Link

Under the umbrella of our After All program, we offer a variety of after school options to ensure our students have a fun, safe and enriching space in the afternoons. These activities are offered as an extension of the school day, and include options for personalized tutoring, STEAM hands-on learning, Dance, Music, Drama & Theater, Arts & Crafts, Junior Master Chef and Fitness & Movement. For the 2024-25 school year, Harlem Link is excited to expand its on-site program to offer a greater number of daily academic and club activities for our Pre-K - 5th Grade at no cost to families.

 Responsibilities

• Design age-appropriate Arts & Crafts lessons and activities that align with school standards and goals.

• Develop and implement a range of age-appropriate arts and crafts activities that integrate pottery, 3D printing, a hot press machine, among others to encourage creativity and skill development.

• Collaborate with other after-school program staff to integrate arts and crafts into the broader curriculum, possibly aligning with themed projects or seasonal events

• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

• Manage student behavior in a positive and supportive way, helping them to stay focused and engaged in activities.

Qualifications

All candidates must be:

• At least 1-2 years experience with youth, working in afterschool, DOE, camp, or charter school role

• Must have experience teaching Arts & Crafts  in a school setting 

• Must be able to engage in crisis-intervention activities and demonstrate, lead, and teach a range of group activities

• Must have a commitment to work from a strength based and/or youth development perspective

Ideal candidates are:

• Welcoming of collaboration across families, school staff, vendors, and community;

• Creative thinkers who take a solutions approach to school and family challenges;

• Self-motivated learners who are outcomes-oriented and develop professional metrics of success.

Timeframe and Compensation

The Arts & Crafts Specialist is a Part-Time school-year position, working at our campus 5 days a week, Monday through Friday, between 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Some additional or evening hours may be requested with advanced notice for events, field trips, and school breaks, and further hours for training  may be agreed to and approved in advance by employee and supervisor.

This is a part-time hourly position with pay range from $21-$25hr. Benefits are provided in accordance with school policy.

Harlem Link is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Email cover letter and resume to: snelson@harlemlink.org