Part-Time After-School Group Leader (Youth Development)

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance 40+ Days of Paid T

Personal and Pet Insurance

403 (B) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services seeks an After School Group Leader to ensure the safety and development of a designated group of participants. You will plan and implement integrated educational and recreational activities, including arts and crafts, while modeling positive behavior and supporting instructors and other leaders.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, engaging them in activities aligned with literacy and academic themes, and coordinating with staff to maintain a strong,

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School or GED diploma and 1 year related experience in youth programs required.
• Experience building camp culture through chants and team-building activities preferred.
• Arts, music, crafts, etc. experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Overall supervision and management of identified group of participants.
• Engage participants in after school activities and model appropriate behavior.
• Ensure safety of participants at all times.
• Engage in outreach activities to ensure attendance and participation.
• Provide support to activity instructors and other group leaders.
• Develop and facilitate a sequenced curriculum including arts & crafts and activities promoting creativity and growth.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings, including evenings and Saturdays.
• Monitor and uphold program rules and afterschool model.
• Plan and prepare culminating events for participants to showcase their activities.
• Coordinate parent/family culminating engagement events and communicate with guardians professionally.
• Discuss behavior and safety concerns with supervisor and document appropriately.
• Foster positive youth development, belonging, independence, and community.

Skills

Group leadership

Child development

Safety supervision

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Good Shepherd Services seeks an After School Group Leader to ensure the safety and development of a designated group of participants. You will plan and implement integrated educational and recreational activities, including arts and crafts, while modeling positive behavior and supporting instructors and other leaders.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, engaging them in activities aligned with literacy and academic themes, and coordinating with staff to maintain a strong,