Afterschool Group Leader – K–8 Enrichment & Safety

Flatbush Development Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Flatbush Development Corporation is seeking a part-time Group Leader to support afterschool programs for grades K–8 in Brooklyn. The role focuses on safe daily supervision, activity facilitation, and fostering academic enrichment, social-emotional growth, and positive behavior in a structured environment.

You will supervise participants, assist with homework, plan engaging literacy/STEAM activities, and collaborate with staff to ensure DOE/DYCD guidelines are followed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; some college or coursework in education or youth development preferred.
• Experience working with school-age children (K–8) in afterschool, camp, or youth development settings.
• Ability to lead activities, manage groups, and engage youth with diverse needs and backgrounds.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; background checks and DOE clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Supervising program participants at all times during program operation, in all locations where the program operates, including off-site trips.
• Assisting in the safe and proper pick-up and delivery of participants from community schools, as assigned by the program director.
• Providing active homework assistance to ensure that all participants are engaged and supported during homework time.
• Planning and implementing engaging academic enrichment and recreation activities that incorporate literacy, STEAM, youth development, and community service.
• Preparing daily lesson plans and unit outlines, and using curricular material to facilitate activities.
• Initiating guidance and support sessions with appropriate staff if materials are not clear.
• Gathering all supplies and preparing the activity space.
• Assisting teachers and activity specialists in the facilitation of lessons/activities by actively participating and encouraging participant involvement.
• Creating and maintaining a supportive and safe environment by keeping spaces clean and organized.
• Following the program schedule and ensuring participants follow their schedules.

Skills

Group management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Youth development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Flatbush Development Corporation is seeking a part-time Group Leader to support afterschool programs for grades K–8 in Brooklyn. The role focuses on safe daily supervision, activity facilitation, and fostering academic enrichment, social-emotional growth, and positive behavior in a structured environment.

You will supervise participants, assist with homework, plan engaging literacy/STEAM activities, and collaborate with staff to ensure DOE/DYCD guidelines are followed.