Group Leader - Saturday Night Lights (PS 226 Virgil Grisson MS - South Ozone Park, Queens)

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking a part-time Group Leader to support after-school programs by setting goals for participants, guiding activities, and preparing curriculum. You will help maintain a safe, engaging learning environment for children and families.

Responsibilities include supervising children, taking attendance, assisting staff with behavior management, and helping with data collection and documentation. Flexible after-school hours apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Provide homework help and supervise children during after-school hours.
• Supervise and take daily attendance of participants.
• Assist tutors and activity staff to manage and document behavior.
• Help with data collection and upkeep of participant documents.
• Attend program meetings and assist with supplies and related duties.

Skills

Independent work

Time management

Multi-tasking

Plan and carry out assignments

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

1 year of experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

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.

Position 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 and learning environment for program participants.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Assist and maintain in data collection and upkeep of participants documents.
• Attend all necessary program meetings, maintain supplies and perform other related duties as assigned.

Hours

Monday, Wednesday and Friday | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM & Saturday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• 1 year of experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task

Equal Opportunity Employer

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