Group Leader - PS 251Q

Child Center of NY; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Group Leader for after-school programs in New York, NY. You will help set goals for participants, facilitate activities, and prepare curriculum while maintaining a safe learning environment.

Schedule is Monday–Friday from 2:00 pm to 5:45 pm with a pay rate of $18.00 per hour. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with children are required; prior content-specific experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Content-specific experience (i.e. sports, arts, literacy).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Providing homework help, facilitating activities and supervising children in programs outside of school day hours.
• Supervise and monitor children and take daily attendance.
• Assist tutors and activity specialists to manage and document behavior.
• Maintain supplies.
• Assist and maintaining data collection and upkeep of participants documents.
• Attend all necessary program meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Experience with children

Independent work

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Springfield Gardens, Queens, NY 11434, USA

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year .

Summary:

The Group Leader is responsible for setting goals for program participants, facilitating activities, and preparing curriculum and lesson plans. The group leader maintains a safe learning environment for program participants.

• Providing homework help, facilitating activities and supervising children in programs outside of school day hours.
• Supervise and monitor children and take daily attendance .
• Assist tutors and activity specialist to manage and document behavior .
• Maintain supplies .
• Assist and maintaining data collection and upkeep of participants documents .
• Attend all necessary program meetings .
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

A High School Diploma or GED

Must have content specific experience ( i.e. sports, arts, literacy, etc.)

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience working with children .

Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.

Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday

Between 2 pm - 5:45 pm

Pay rate:

$18.00

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law . EOE M/F/D/V

Springfield Gardens, Queens, NY 11434, USA