After-School Youth Programs Leader

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAP is hiring Group Leaders to work with youth in afterschool, summer programs and special projects at Urban Assembly Unison School. You will support activities, maintain safety, and assist in delivering high-quality instruction across arts, sports, STEM, and related areas.

Ideal candidates bring a year of youth-facing experience, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset to foster an inclusive, fun learning environment for diverse groups of students daily.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children and/or youth in a professional setting.
• Ability to relate to officials, staff and public in a courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage program participants with the goal of fostering positive youth development.
• Prepare materials and space for various age-appropriate activities.
• Assist with planning, development, and implementation of various activities & events.
• Support effective classroom management and contribute to a positive environment by being adaptable, modeling positive behavior, promoting teamwork, & fostering a welcoming & inclusive environment.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours.

Skills

Safety & Supervision

Child & Youth Development

Programming & Activity Facilitation

Communication & Collaboration

Professionalism & Development

Education

High School Diploma or its equivalent

Job description

LEAP is hiring Group Leaders to work with youth in afterschool, summer programs and special projects at Urban Assembly Unison School. You will support activities, maintain safety, and assist in delivering high-quality instruction across arts, sports, STEM, and related areas.

Ideal candidates bring a year of youth-facing experience, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset to foster an inclusive, fun learning environment for diverse groups of students daily.