Elementary After School Group Leader

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood is seeking Group Leaders for after-school programs serving K–5 students in Upper Manhattan. You will provide academic support, supervise groups, and help lead STEM, leadership, sports, and arts activities, ensuring a safe, engaging environment.

The role emphasizes strong organization, reliable attendance, and the ability to collaborate with staff while modeling universal Jewish values within a diverse community. Part-time hours after school are available.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma.
• Experience running activities with Elementary (K-5) students with different learning abilities.
• Experience writing lesson plans and leading 45–60 minute educational activities for youth.
• Must be able to attend student engagement trips and assist hosting student events.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support, homework guidance, assistance, and supervision to students.
• Organize, lead, and promote students’ interest and participation in activities offered by you or the program.
• Supervise groups of students while maintaining their physical and emotional safety and health.
• Foster an atmosphere of fun and learning, and serve as a role model to students.
• Coordinate with the Program Director and coworkers for programmatic changes or issues.
• Participate in staff meetings, program evaluations, and professional development training throughout the school year.

Skills

Interest in youth development

Communication skills

Organization

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of NY standards

Modeling Jewish values

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s/Associate degree in progress

Job description

About Us

Established in 1917, YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the “Y”) is a not-for-profit Jewish community center that welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We offer a wide range of educational, recreational and social services programs to enhance the quality of life of the people we serve. From top-notch early childhood education and youth development programs to innovative senior center services, there’s always something for everyone at the Y!

About The Schools

P.S. 173 Elementary

serves recent arrivals from Spanish-speaking countries. The program is focused on leadership, STEM and academics with students in the sixth to eighth grade. Students engage in beat building, sports, theater, LitMentors, art and cooking.

P.S. 187 Hudson Cliffs

services grades K-8th Grade. Established in 1929, P.S. 187 “Strives to nurture diverse learners who challenge themselves academically, think critically, and actively participate in their community”.

P.S. 178 The Professor Juan Bosch School

is an unzoned K–5 public school in Upper Manhattan serving a close-knit and diverse community of learners. The school offers Dual Language instruction and inclusive programming, including an ASD Nest Program, and is grounded in the values of nurture, community, and academic rigor.

Position Overview

Group Leaders are responsible for academic tutoring and assisting lead instructors in preparing students to demonstrate newly acquired skills in STEM, leadership, sports and the arts.

Essential Functions

• Provide academic support, homework guidance, assistance, and supervision to students.
• Organize, lead, and promote the students’ interest and participation in the activities offered by you or the program.
• Supervise groups of students while maintaining their physical and emotional safety and health.
• Foster an atmosphere of fun and learning, and serve as a role model to students.
• Always conducting yourself professionally and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
• Maintain effective classroom management that encourages full participation and student growth.
• Closely coordinate with the Program Director and coworkers for any programmatic changes or any other issues or concerns.
• Participate in staff meetings, program evaluations, program improvement, and professional development training throughout the school year.

Compensation

• Work paid at $18 an hour.
• Employees who are approved and assigned to teach classes will receive the Teaching Artist hourly rate of $21 an hour for the hours they are actively teaching. All non-instructional hours will be compensated at the employee's regular position rate of $18 an hour.

Position Type / Expected Hours Of Work

• Part-time position.
• Available Monday-Friday from 1:30 pm - 6 pm (15-20 hours per week) with room for flexibility.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical school environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Genuine interest in working with culturally diverse Kindergarten- 5th Grade students, and able to promote positive character development.
• Strong academic skills and knowledge of New York state standards and test preparation.
• A sincere desire to effect positive social and academic change in the lives of NYC youth.
• Well-organized, reliable, and punctual.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Comfortable to learn and model universal Jewish values while working in and with a large, diverse population.

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma.
• Experience in running activities with Elementary (K- 5th) grade students with different learning abilities.
• Has some experience in writing lesson plans and leading 45-60 minute educational activities for youth.
• Must be able to attend student engagement trips and assist hosting student events in school and for other YM & YWHA programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Associate, or degree in progress.
• Experience using a positive youth development model
• CPR certified.
• Teaching Artist - Background in teaching or leading an activity.

Work Authorization & Clearance

• Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Must pass the background check, medical exams, fingerprinting and other requirements of the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Education (DOE), and Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD).

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

About YM&YWHA Of Washington Heights & Inwood

Established in 1917, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the “Y”) is a not-for-profit Jewish Community Center that welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We offer a wide range of educational, recreational, and social service programs to enhance the quality of life of our clients. From top-notch early childhood education and youth development programs to innovative older adult services, there’s always something for everyone at the Y!