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ESF Inc

After-School Activity Specialist

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

As an After-School Activity Specialist, you will teach and inspire students, pre-school-8th grade , in one of the various activities including art, technology, sports, chess, leadership and ...

ESF Inc

After-School Activity Specialist

Philadelphia, PA

$17.25 - $23/hr

As an After-School Activity Specialist, you will teach and inspire students, pre-school-8th grade , in one of the various activities including art, technology, sports, chess, leadership and ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for activity in the United States is $15.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Activity Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Activity Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, creativity, and experience in planning group events, often supported by a background in recreation, hospitality, or a related field. Familiarity with scheduling software, budgeting tools, and health and safety protocols is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and interpersonal skills help you engage participants and collaborate with staff or volunteers. These abilities are essential for creating enjoyable, safe, and well-organized activities that meet the needs and interests of diverse groups.

What are some typical challenges faced by Activity Coordinators in planning events for diverse groups?

Activity Coordinators often manage events for participants with varying interests, abilities, and backgrounds. Balancing individual preferences with group objectives can be challenging, especially in settings like senior living, recreation centers, or youth programs. Coordinators need to be creative and flexible, adapting activities to ensure inclusivity and engagement for all. Effective communication and collaboration with other staff members, volunteers, and occasionally family members are essential to create a successful and enjoyable schedule.

What are activity coordinators and what do they do?

Activity coordinators are professionals who plan, organize, and oversee recreational or therapeutic activities for groups such as seniors, children, or patients in healthcare settings. Their goal is to enhance participants’ well-being, encourage socialization, and provide enjoyable experiences. Typical duties include creating activity schedules, leading events, and working closely with other staff to ensure activities are safe and appropriate. Activity coordinators may work in settings like nursing homes, community centers, camps, or schools.

What is the difference between Activity vs Event Coordinator?

AspectActivityEvent Coordinator
Primary RoleOrganizing individual or small-scale activitiesPlanning and managing large events
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, schools, recreational facilitiesHotels, conference centers, corporate venues
Required SkillsCreativity, organization, communicationProject management, logistics, vendor coordination
CertificationsNot always required, but event planning certifications helpfulEvent planning certifications often preferred

Activities typically involve smaller, informal events or recreational pursuits, while event coordinators handle larger, complex events requiring detailed planning and vendor management. Both roles require organizational skills, but the scope and scale differ significantly.

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Memory Care Activity Specialist

Memory Care Activity Specialist

Atria Senior Living

Palm Desert, CA

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Part-time

Posted yesterday

Holiday by Atria rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview

We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.

Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:

  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification, starting at $500 for Full Time employees
  • Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results
  • Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)

*Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location

As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Apply now!


Responsibilities

  • Leads assigned Life Guidance programs and develops service plans.
  • Offers adequate and diversified recreational activities to residents with sufficient supervision for each activity.
  • Proactively involves all Life Guidance staff in the planning and implementation of the daily program which includes all activities of daily living.
  • Plans individual birthday celebrations for each resident.
  • Develops programs for residents including, if applicable, programs designed for residents confined to their rooms.
  • Engages and motivates residents resulting in program participation.
  • Greets new residents making a special effort to include and engage them in activities and introduce them to others in the community with similar interests and backgrounds.
  • Assists in planning parties and activities as well as decorating the community according to the season and/or holiday throughout the years as well as planning monthly birthday parties to honor residents.
  • Supports and actively participates in the community’s census building initiatives.
  • Maintains records of all activities, resident participation levels and acceptance of each activity by residents as required by state law.
  • Assists Life Guidance Director in enlisting the services of volunteers to aid the activities program.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years prior experience with an adult population developing and implementing activities and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must have a working knowledge of the methods of recreational therapy or activity programming and their application to activity and leisure needs of residents with Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
  • Required certification(s) based on current state regulations.
  • Able to work various schedules and shifts as needed.

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