Part-Time Youth Group Leader - After-School & SEL

Police Athletic League Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

health insurance

tuition reimbursement

employee assistance program

Job summary

Police Athletic League (PAL) in New York City seeks a Part-Time Group Leader to facilitate afterschool activities, SEL, sports, and arts for youth. The Group Leader reports to the COMPASS or SONYC Director and assists the Content Specialist in delivering PAL curricula in a safe, inclusive environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED (associates preferred), at least two years’ experience with youth in a nonprofit setting, strong classroom management, and willingness to learn

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma / GED. Associates degree preferred.
• You must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of two years' work experience in a nonprofit agency working with youth.
• Open to learning and growing. All staff will be learning mental health, SEL, and special needs inclusion skills and expected to integrate them into programming.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to complete DOHMH/DOE clearances and fingerprints, including annual physical within the last year.

Responsibilities

• Foster social and emotional competencies and mental and physical well-being in a safe, welcoming, inclusive environment.
• Support the planning and implementation of activities, including homework help, field trips, meals, and culminating performances.
• Implement PAL supplied curricula.
• Build positive relationships with youth, caretakers, and colleagues; serve as a role model.
• Be aware of students with IEPs and medical conditions and follow support plans.
• Provide referrals to appropriate mental health services as needed.
• Attend required trainings, meetings, and special events.
• Attend meetings with staff, caretakers, volunteers, and community residents.
• Interact with caretakers and keep open lines of communication.
• Commitment: 15 hours per week; orientation; scheduled staff meetings and professional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Behavior management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Bilingual preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Police Athletic League (PAL) in New York City seeks a Part-Time Group Leader to facilitate afterschool activities, SEL, sports, and arts for youth. The Group Leader reports to the COMPASS or SONYC Director and assists the Content Specialist in delivering PAL curricula in a safe, inclusive environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED (associates preferred), at least two years’ experience with youth in a nonprofit setting, strong classroom management, and willingness to learn