Activity Specialist jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Activity Specialist organizes and provides program content for social events for an organization or group of people. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being an Activity Specialist is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Activity Specialist performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Camp Activity Specialist at Norwood
  • ESF Camps
  • Philadelphia, PA FULL_TIME
  • Join our Norwood team in Chestnut Hill, PA as an Activity Specialist and inspire young minds at camp!

    Are you ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create an extraordinary summer experience for campers from preschool to 8th grade, and we are looking for energetic, passionate people to join us and make a positive impact while having a blast!

    As an Activity Specialist, you will teach and inspire campers, pre-school-8th grade (Day Camp and Senior Camp), in one of the various activities including art, science, sports, leadership and teambuilding, archery, or martial arts. Curriculum and supplies are provided for most activities.

    Why ESF?

    • Inspire Young Minds: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while receiving comprehensive training and support.
    • Unleash Your Potential: We offer opportunities for internships, fieldwork, and continuing education credits.
    • Become a Leader: Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor children.
    • Positive Environment: Experience being part of a team guided by ESF Core Values.

    Extra Perks:

    • Convenient Summer Schedule: Enjoy nights and weekends off.
    • Employee Referral Bonus Program: Increase your earnings through referrals from your network.
    • Free Certifications: Reimbursements available for qualified roles.
    • Camp Tuition: Enjoy a significantly discounted tuition rate exclusively for Team members’ children.

    Requirements:

    • Activity Background: Preferably possess a background in the activity: art, science, sports, leadership and teambuilding, archery, or martial arts.
    • Education: Completion of a minimum of two (2) years of college; teaching certification is desirable.
    • Experience: We are looking for experience teaching and working with children.
      • Previous experience in classroom teaching, fieldwork, or a minimum of two (2) years of ESF experience.
      • Previous experience working with children in a camp setting is preferred.
    • Hours: Typically, from 8:15 am to 3:45 pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for extended hours.
    • Schedule Commitment: Any schedule changes must be pre-approved by the site director.
    • Required Training: Complete all required ESF and state-mandated training and onboarding.
    • Dress Code: Maintain the "ESF Look" (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp.

    Essential Job Responsibilities:

    • Teach & Inspire: Implement ESF curriculum. Actively engage campers, offer support, and provide guidance to bring lesson plans to life.
    • Dive Into the Camp Day! Promote and lead daily activities and projects with enthusiasm, collaborating effectively with counselors and fellow instructors.
    • Safety & Positive Group Management: Ensure the safety and well-being of campers with an emphasis on positive behavior and effective group management. Promptly report any concerns to the Site Director.
    • Be the Ultimate Role Model: Supervise campers, while fostering a positive and safe environment.
      • Demonstrate ESF Core Values & Code daily, from “Gratitude” to “Bring It” daily.
      • Model the ESF Virtues of Character (Gratitude, Respect, Trustworthiness, Effort, Kindness, Positivity, Resilience, Community) in camp daily.
      • Adhere to all company policies.
    • Communication: Maintain clear, concise, and engaging communication with campers, families, peers, and our leadership team.

    Reporting Relationships:

    • Directly report to and take guidance from the Camp Director, with additional accountability to the Site Director.

    Additional Responsibilities:

    • Push/pull, lift, and carry a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds across campus. Work outside, upright, and mobile for six (6) to eight (8) hours per day
    • Respond to emergencies, including running (up to 1 mile in some cases) and ascending stairs without undue exertion.

    This job description is subject to change at any time.

  • 14 Days Ago

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Camp Activity Specialist at Haverford
  • ESF Camps
  • Haverford, PA FULL_TIME
  • Join our Haverford team in Haverford, PA as an Activity Specialist and inspire young minds at camp! Are you ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create an ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Camp Activity Specialist at Devon Prep
  • ESF Camps
  • Devon, PA FULL_TIME
  • Join our Devon Prep team in Devon as an Activity Specialist and inspire young minds at camp! Are you ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create an extraor...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Overnight Camp Cabin Counselor & Activity Specialist
  • YMCA of the Pines (formerly YMCA Camp Ockanickon, Inc.)
  • Medford, NJ FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR
  • POSITION SUMMARY: The Cabin Counselor/Activity Specialist position is responsible the safety and well-being of 6-7 campers in their cabin. The Cabin Counselor/Activity Specialist is responsible for pl...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Resident Experience Specialist (Activity assistant/driver)
  • Crescent Fields at Huntingdon Valley
  • Huntingdon, PA FULL_TIME
  • Distinctive Living is seeking a Resident Experience Specialist (Full or Part-Time) that will be located in our Crescent Fields Huntingdon Valley, PA, community. Here at Distinctive Living, we want our...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Scrub Technician
  • Omni Eye Specialist Pa
  • Wayne, PA FULL_TIME
  • Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Duties Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g., shelves, counters, equipment) Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures Cleans...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Sleep Expert - Sales>
  • Mattress Firm
  • Newtown, PA
  • Mattress Firm - JR-P0051782 [Sales Associate / Team Member] As a Sleep Expert at Mattress Firm, you'll: Elevate and enha...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Document Specialist: Microsoft Word Expert
  • KB COMM LLC
  • West Grove, PA
  • Job Description Job Description KB COMM is hiring a Document Specialist. This position is part-time and paid hourly, wit...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maritime Communications Subject Matter Expert
  • Amentum
  • Trenton, NJ
  • Join a team of Research, Design, Test, & Evaluation (RDT&E) professionals who are identifying, developing, demonstrating...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sleep Expert - Sales
  • Mattress Firm
  • Newtown, PA
  • Now Hiring! Sleep Expert Sales Is your current job a nightmare? Make it a dream! Mattress Firm The most trusted authorit...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Warehouse Management Solution Expert (WMS)
  • Gramener Inc
  • Princeton, NJ
  • Warehouse Management Solution (WMS) Expert **Details of the role** **About Gramener** We help consult and deliver soluti...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Shipwright Leader (expert)
  • Department of Defense
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Summary You will serve as a Shipwright Leader (Expert) in the DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY. You will serve as an Expert Shipwr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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MACHINIST LEADER (EXPERT)
  • BuildSubmarines.com
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Summary You will serve as a MACHINIST LEADER (EXPERT) in the DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY. The incumbent of this position will...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sleep Expert - Sales>
  • Mattress Firm
  • King Of Prussia, PA
  • Mattress Firm - JR-P0051731 [Sales Associate / Team Member] As a Sleep Expert at Mattress Firm, you'll: Elevate and enha...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Philadelphia, sometimes known colloquially as Philly, is the largest city in the U.S. state and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the sixth-most populous U.S. city, with a 2017 census-estimated population of 1,580,863. Since 1854, the city has been coterminous with Philadelphia County, the most populous county in Pennsylvania and the urban core of the eighth-largest U.S. metropolitan statistical area, with over 6 million residents as of 2017[update]. Philadelphia is also the economic and cultural anchor of the greater Delaware Valley, located along the lower Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers, wit...
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Income Estimation for Activity Specialist jobs
$33,869 to $41,679
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.0% from a year ago

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