After-School Program Leader — Youth Development

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Group Leader to provide a safe, fun, and enriching after-school experience for a consistent group of youth in NYC. You will plan hands-on pro-social activities and support families, while taking attendance and coordinating with tutors and specialists.

This part-time role requires at least a high school diploma, 2 years of experience with children, and comfort using Microsoft Office to document progress and organize materials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Minimum 2 years direct experience working with children.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and manage competing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide homework help, facilitate activities, and safely supervise children in programs outside of school day hours.
• Develop, with program leadership support, high-quality project-based lessons that are hands-on and engaging for students.
• Support the implementation of showcases, exhibits, etc. to share student work with families and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with participants, families & school faculty.
• Take daily attendance.
• Implement positive behavior management systems, focusing on clear expectations for youth behavior; verbal acknowledgment; and systemic rewards for demonstrating desired behaviors.
• Assist activity specialists, tutors, and subcontractors to manage and document behavior and facilitate activity as needed.
• Maintain and organize activity supplies for your program delivery.
• Assist and maintain in data collection and upkeep of participants documents.
• Attend all necessary program meetings.
• Attend related professional development opportunities to build personal/professional skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Activity planning

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Group Leader to provide a safe, fun, and enriching after-school experience for a consistent group of youth in NYC. You will plan hands-on pro-social activities and support families, while taking attendance and coordinating with tutors and specialists.

This part-time role requires at least a high school diploma, 2 years of experience with children, and comfort using Microsoft Office to document progress and organize materials.