Middle School Group Leader - After-School & Summer

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

Job summary

Children's Aid NYC in the Bronx, NY is seeking a Group Leader (Middle School) to supervise and engage groups of 20–25 students during afterschool and summer programs, providing academic support, social-emotional learning, and enrichment activities. You will create a safe, respectful environment and mentor students toward academic growth through tutoring and structured activities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of experience with youth; a college degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in teams.
• Experience working with middle school–age youth in afterschool, camp, or school-based programs.
• Bilingual abilities preferred; trauma-informed care knowledge is a plus.
• Experience tutoring, teaching, or afterschool programming is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Promote positive behavior and maintain a safe, respectful program environment.
• Collaborate with staff and assist with daily activities and events.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Experience with middle school youth

Bilingual preferred

Trauma-informed care knowledge

Tutoring/after-school programming

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Job description

Children's Aid NYC in the Bronx, NY is seeking a Group Leader (Middle School) to supervise and engage groups of 20–25 students during afterschool and summer programs, providing academic support, social-emotional learning, and enrichment activities. You will create a safe, respectful environment and mentor students toward academic growth through tutoring and structured activities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of experience with youth; a college degree is preferred.