Middle School After-School Leader & Tutor

Children's Aid; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Aid is seeking a Group Leader (Middle School) to supervise and engage middle school participants in afterschool and summer programs, providing academic support, social-emotional learning, and enrichment activities.

The role includes tutoring, mentoring, and creating a safe, respectful environment with afterschool hours and potential summer sessions. Staff collaboration and literacy-based activities are key components.

Qualifications

• Tier 1: HS Diploma or GED required and up to 2 years of experience working with children or youth.
• Tier 2: College degree preferred and 2 or more years of experience working with children or youth.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience working with middle school age youth in afterschool, camp, or school-based programs.
• Coursework or field of study in Education, Social Work, or a related field preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Supervise and engage groups of 20-25 middle school participants.
• Implement academic enrichment, social-emotional learning, and recreational activities.
• Provide individual and small-group tutoring in reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills.
• Implement literacy-based curriculum and support additional instructional activities.
• Promote positive behavior and maintain a safe, respectful program environment.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism and leadership.
• Collaborate with other staff member and provide guidance on daily activities as needed.
• Plan, organize, and supervise games, sports, arts, and special projects.
• Supervise participants during supper, transitions, program activities and off-site trips.
• Ensure program materials and equipment are properly signed out, cleaned, and returned.
• Communicate regularly with program staff and participate in staff meetings and trainings.
• Assist with program operations and special events as needed.
• Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities.
• Responsible for completing mandated trainings and ongoing professional development opportunities that foster a growth mindset.
• Work cooperatively with other staff members in the program and schools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

MS Youth Experience

Tutoring

After-school Programs

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Job description

Children's Aid is seeking a Group Leader (Middle School) to supervise and engage middle school participants in afterschool and summer programs, providing academic support, social-emotional learning, and enrichment activities.

The role includes tutoring, mentoring, and creating a safe, respectful environment with afterschool hours and potential summer sessions. Staff collaboration and literacy-based activities are key components.