After-School Youth Program Leader

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full 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. You will plan and facilitate pro-social activity lessons and curricula to support healthy development across multiple areas.

Responsibilities include homework help, supervision, attendance, behavior management, collaboration with activity specialists, and documenting participant progress.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (minimum).
• 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

Planning

Independence

Prioritization

Stakeholder communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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. You will plan and facilitate pro-social activity lessons and curricula to support healthy development across multiple areas.

Responsibilities include homework help, supervision, attendance, behavior management, collaboration with activity specialists, and documenting participant progress.