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We are in the business of supporting people, and that includes our staff and volunteers. We're a small team where everyone's voice is heard and contributions are encouraged from volunteers to full-time staff. The Extreme Kids & Crew environment is collaborative, inclusive, involved, fast-paced, creative, empathetic, and always fun. We're always excited to meet new people with diverse talents who are interested in working with us.

 

Part-Time – Contract Position: Gamer/Dungeon Master for Neurodivergent Youth (Ages 12-17)

Position Summary:
Extreme Kids & Crew seeks a passionate and skilled Gamer/Dungeon Master (DM) to lead engaging, inclusive gaming sessions for neurodivergent youth aged 12-17. The ideal candidate will create a fun, supportive environment fostering creativity, teamwork, and self-expression through tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons and other collaborative games like Roblox and Minecraft. 

Schedule:

  • In-Person Session: Tuesdays from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Brooklyn, NY.

  • Virtual Session: Wednesdays from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM via Zoom or other online platforms.

    • Design and lead immersive TTRPG campaigns tailored to the interests and abilities of neurodivergent youth.

    • Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive gaming environment where all participants feel valued and heard.

    • Adapt game mechanics and storytelling to accommodate different neurodivergent needs and communication styles.

    • Collaborate with EKC staff and families to ensure programming aligns with participants’ strengths and goals.

    • Encourage social interaction, problem-solving, and teamwork during sessions.

    • Maintain professionalism, clear communication, and reliable attendance.

    • Experience as a Dungeon Master or similar leadership role in TTRPGs (Dungeons & Dragons experience strongly preferred).

    • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with neurodivergent youth and/or experience in inclusive education or programming.

    • Strong storytelling, improvisation, and creative thinking skills.

    • Patience, adaptability, and excellent interpersonal communication.

    • Familiarity with virtual gaming tools (e.g., Roll20, Discord, Zoom) and in-person gaming best practices.

    • Familiarity with virtual games, such as Roblox, and Minecraft, and knows how to manage gaming tech. 

    • Commitment to creating a positive and empowering experience for all participants.

    • Three-month commitment.

  • $18 – $25 per hour (to be discussed based on experience).

  • Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter or 10-minute video explaining your experience with TTRPGs and working with neurodivergent youth to Program Manager Christian Peralta Christian@extremekidsandcrew.org. 

    Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.