Group Leader at PS 38 - Staten Island, NY

Nia Community Services Network Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Nia Community Services Network Inc is seeking a Group Leader for a school-based after-school program in New York. You will supervise a group of students, guide them through daily routines, and support with activities while ensuring safety and compliance with licensor regulations.

The role requires at least 2 years of experience with children, strong communication skills, and a professional demeanor. You will participate in mental health training and collaboration with program staff to support

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and have at least 2 years of direct experience working with children.
• Associate’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• College coursework in education, youth development, or related field is a plus.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and professionalism are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive care and supervision to an assigned group of students.
• Lead group through daily procedures: arrival, snack, transitions, activities, and dismissal.
• Ensure supervision complies with licensor regulations at all times.
• Take attendance and account for all assigned students during program time.
• Assist with activity facilitation and support participants with learning and behavioral needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe classroom/space and proper use of shared spaces and materials.
• Follow incident response and safety drills, and report injuries or emergencies.
• Participate in required Mental Health training and adhere to the program's mental health plan.
• Maintain professional boundaries and communicate clearly with staff, students, and families.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Willing to help others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Group Leaders report to the Program Director and are responsible for the safe and attentive supervision of an assigned group of participants in a school-based after-school setting. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide attentive care and supervision to assigned group of students. Lead assigned group through daily procedures, including supervision during arrival, snack, transitions, activities, and dismissal. Develop an understanding of the COMPASS models, goals, and approaches to positive youth development. Ensure participants are properly supervised according to licensor regulations at all times. Take student attendance; ensure all assigned students are accounted for throughout program time. Lead dismissal of assigned students and ensure established site-based dismissal procedures are followed, including dismissing students only to approved adults, managing student sign-out sheets, and releasing students with permission to travel home independently according to procedure. Actively assist with activity facilitation for assigned group, according to Activity Specialist’s approved lesson plan. Support participants with individual learning and behavioral needs throughout activity periods. In the absence of an Activity Specialist, remain prepared to facilitate an activity for assigned group, utilizing a pre-approved lesson plan or group activity from NIA’s curriculum bank. Work collaboratively with co-workers in assigned classroom, including Activity Specialists, Teachers, or Youth Workers. Ensure assigned classroom/space is kept clean and school property is left undisturbed. Clean up fully after program activity is complete, and leave shared school spaces as they were found. Utilize only supplies, materials, and equipment provided directly by NIA or school items explicitly communicated as shared and available for program use. Maintain a professional demeanor and interact with program participants according to NIA’s employee requirements, ensuring appropriate boundaries are maintained and pre-approved behavior management techniques are used. Adhere to the program’s established mental health response and referral plan. Personally complete required Mental Health training, including Mental Health and Mental Illness, Engagement and De-Escalation Strategies, Referral and Crisis Management Protocols, and Mental Health Resources. Support on-site Inclusion efforts, working alongside program managers to identify and support student needs. Assist in ensuring that program operates safely, including maintaining safe spaces and program practices; adhering to requirements for scheduled fire drills and other safety drills; being vigilant of staff and student interaction, signs of child abuse/maltreatment/neglect, and signs of mental health emergencies. Respond according to established organization and site-based plan in the event of on-site injuries or medical emergencies. Assist in ensuring that the program operates in compliance with all DOH/licensing mandates. Support a strong sense of community which values respect, ensuring that all children and families feel welcome and a sense of belonging. Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities, including topics required to maintain organization compliance with funder and licensing requirements. Additional tasks as assigned to meet organizational goalsssist with positive behavior management in a professional mannerBe flexible, demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to help othersCommunicate clearly and positively with students, co-workers, and supervisorsMUST be available, on-time, and prepared to work Monday-Friday afternoons, for three hours a day, between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM (Exact hours vary depending upon location).Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older, with at least 2 years of direct experience working with children. Associate’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required. College coursework in the areas of education, youth development, or a related field are a plus. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and professionalism are required.