COMPASS Afterschool Program Group Leader

Joy Kid's Learning House Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Joy Kid's Learning House Inc. is seeking a Group Leader to supervise a cohort of students, ensure safety, and foster engagement in a supportive environment.

You will work under the guidance of Content Specialists and Activity Specialists to build positive relationships and support social-emotional and academic growth. Responsibilities include implementing STEAM, literacy, arts, and physical recreation activities; assisting with homework during Homework Help sessions; and participating in weekly

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• At least two years of direct experience with children under 13.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a specific group of participants while maintaining staff-to-student ratios.
• Facilitate age-appropriate activities and homework support.
• Promote social-emotional learning and mentor participants.
• Record attendance and participate in staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Group leadership

Communication skills

Multilingual ability

Homework help support

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Location:

PS173Q: 174-10 67th Ave, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
PS154Q: 75-02 162nd St, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
PS29Q: 125-10 23rd Ave, College Point, NY 11356

Position Summary

The Group Leader is the primary front-line staff member responsible for the direct supervision, safety, and engagement of a specific cohort of participants. Working under the guidance of the Content Specialist and Activity Specialists, the Group Leader builds positive relationships with students, facilitates daily activities, and ensures a supportive environment that fosters social-emotional and academic growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Direct Supervision & Safety

• Supervise a specific group of participants, ensuring strict adherence to School Age Child Care (SACC) staff-to-student ratios at all times (1:10 for Elementary; 1:15 for Middle School).
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment, actively monitoring student behavior and interactions.
• Escort participants during transitions between activities, arrival, dismissal, and bathroom breaks, ensuring headcounts are conducted regularly.

2. Activity Facilitation & Engagement

• Implement age-appropriate activities and lesson plans created by the Content Specialist or Activity Specialists in areas such as STEAM, Literacy, Arts, and Physical Recreation.
• Assist students with homework and academic support tasks during designated "Homework Help" sessions.
• Facilitate "structured" and "unstructured" play, ensuring all students are actively engaged and included in the program.
• Support specialized programming offered by the organization, such as Chinese Cultural Art, Robotics, or ESL support, by assisting Activity Specialists as needed.

3. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) & Mentorship

• Serve as a positive role model, fostering healthy relationships and peer-to-peer mentoring among participants.
• Implement the program's Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum strategies to help students manage emotions, build self-confidence, and resolve conflicts constructively.
• Identify participant needs or behavioral changes and report them to the Program Director or Inclusion Coordinator for appropriate support.

4. Administrative Duties

• Accurately record daily attendance and assist with the collection of required program data.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and required professional development trainings (minimum 15 hours annually) to enhance skills in youth development and safety.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Minimum Age: Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required; an Associate's degree (or progress toward one) is preferred.
• Experience: Must have at least two (2) years of direct experience working with children under age 13 years.

Required Skills

• Ability to lead and supervise groups of children effectively.
• Basic content knowledge in general academic subjects to support homework help.
• Strong communication skills to interact professionally with parents, school staff, and program leadership.
• Language Skills: Fluency in Mandarin, Spanish, or Russian is a strong plus, given the demographics of District 25.

Work Schedule

• School Year: Monday - Friday, typically 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Part-Time).
• Holidays/Summer: Availability for full-day shifts (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) during school holidays and summer programming is required based on the program calendar.