Group Leader

Children's Aid; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Children's Aid in New York is looking for dynamic Group Leaders to facilitate after-school programming. The ideal candidates will promote a supportive learning environment and assist scholars with homework while ensuring student safety.

Successful applicants should possess a high school diploma and have 2+ years of relevant experience in youth engagement. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential. This role is flexible, with in-person or hybrid scheduling based on departmental needs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working with youth.
• Ability to engage students through varied activities.
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support scholars with homework.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Work collaboratively with parents and community members.

Skills

Compassion

Instructional practices

Monitoring

Teamwork

Communication skills

Technological navigation

Education

HS diploma/GED

Job description

Salary: $25 - $50/hr

Position Summary

Children’s Aid College Prep seeks dynamic, talented Group Leaders to incorporate compassion and exemplary instructional practices and monitoring, work hard to meet the high-accountability demands and help scholars in a small group setting to learn and have fun in an after-school programming setting.

Essential Duties

• Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Monitor and support scholars with homework.
• Perform all required additional duties for the success of the program.
• Meet and transition scholars from class to designated programming spaces.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and supportive of student needs.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Adhere to and implement all safety and health procedures, protocols, and guidelines as outlined in CACPCS Reopening Plan.
• Work collaboratively with parents/guardians, families and other members of the community.
• Ensure students are engaged through activities that accommodate various learning styles and needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED with 2+ years of experience working with youth.

Key Competencies

• Belief in accountability and that all children can achieve at high levels.
• The ability to communicate directly and sensitively with students, parents, staff, faculty and colleagues.
• A desire to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate with colleagues.
• An ability to receive constructive feedback productively and a strong desire to grow and develop as a professional in the field of education.
• Ability to navigate different forms of technology with hybrid learning and participation in instructional technology training to support the necessary development of skills to build capacity.
• Professional integrity and personal alignment with the values and ethical standards of CACPCS.

It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children’s Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Children’s Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children’s Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.

The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.