After-School Group Leader — Youth Development

Sunnyside Community Services, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnyside Community Services, Inc. is seeking responsible, enthusiastic Group Leaders to work with students in grades K-8, assisting Activity Specialists with homework help, recreational activities, lesson implementation, and ensuring the wellbeing of participants and the program environment.

This role is part of our Youth and Family Services, including after-school programs in Jamaica, Queens, with hours 2–6 pm, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old by the start of the role.
• Experience working with children in a school, camp, or community setting.
• Ability to multitask and be present in a busy classroom environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience, adaptability, and a passion for working with youth.
• Be a dependable and contributing member of the after-school team.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check by The New York Public Schools (PETS).
• Full ability to work in person Monday – Friday during after school hours – remote options are not available.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all program participants with constant and consistent supervision of program participants.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Daily responsibilities include snack pickup at offsite location, attendance taking, health checks and daily behavioral documentation, homework assistance, and program support during high-risk times like arrival, snack, and dismissal.
• Assist Activity Specialists/Instructors and subcontractors in the implementation of lessons and activities and assist with creating a brave and safe program environment.
• Maintain room and activity areas, keeping them cleaned and organized, in addition to the program space and use of program supplies through cleaning logs and sign in/out sheets.
• Motivate and maintain active involvement of all program participants.
• Attend required meetings and training courses.
• Meet regularly with supervisors and other staff members to share best practices and address challenges.
• Any additional tasks/duties as assigned by program supervisor.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Sunnyside Community Services, Inc. is seeking responsible, enthusiastic Group Leaders to work with students in grades K-8, assisting Activity Specialists with homework help, recreational activities, lesson implementation, and ensuring the wellbeing of participants and the program environment.

This role is part of our Youth and Family Services, including after-school programs in Jamaica, Queens, with hours 2–6 pm, Monday–Friday.