SY 26-27 Queens Group Leader - Afterschool Program

New York Junior Tennis & Learning; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

New York Junior Tennis & Learning is looking for a Group Leader for its afterschool program, responsible for supervising and engaging students in various activities. Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience working with children.

The role requires availability Monday to Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with a salary of $18 to $20 per hour. Join us in fostering a safe and supportive environment for youth development.

Qualifications

• Must be available during after-school hours, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
• 1+ years of experience in after-school, camp, or community settings.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong following of directions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure safety of assigned group of participants.
• Lead activities such as homework help, recreation, and SEL.
• Build supportive relationships with youth and communicate with parents.

Skills

Experience working with school-age children

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage and engage a group

Commitment to equity and inclusion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SY 26-27 Group Leader - Afterschool Program

Locations:

• MS 42: 488 Beach 66th Street, Arverne, NY 11692
• PS 105: 420 Beach 51st Street, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
• PS 232: 153-23 83rd Street, Howard Beach, NY 11414
• MS 318: 190 Beach 110th Street, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
• MS 323: 320 Beach 104th Street, Rockaway Park, NY 11694

We hire for this position in Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Manhattan.

Position Summary

The Group Leader is the primary frontline staff responsible for supervising and engaging a group of children or youth in a DYCD-funded after-school program. The Group Leader ensures safety, leads activities, supports homework time, and builds positive relationships with participants and families.

School Year Program Dates

September 2026 – June 2027 (Mandatory orientation and training sessions will take place during the last two weeks of August.)

Schedule

Monday through Friday. Shifts scheduled between 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Start and end times may vary based on site assignment). Up to 20 hours per week. Availability during these hours is required. Selected candidates are expected to work the full school year from September 2026 through June 2027.

Core Responsibilities

• Supervision & Safety: Provide active supervision of assigned group (typically 15–20 participants) maintaining required ratios at all times; oversee transitions, bathroom breaks, trips, and dismissal according to program safety procedures; implement emergency procedures and complete incident reports as required.
• Program Delivery & Youth Engagement: Lead or co-lead activities including homework help, enrichment, recreation, and SEL activities, using lesson plans provided by the Education Specialist/Activity Specialists; create a welcoming, inclusive group environment that supports positive youth development; use positive behavior management strategies, restorative approaches, and de-escalation techniques; encourage youth voice, leadership, and teamwork.
• Communication & Relationships: Build supportive, respectful relationships with youth and serve as a positive role model; communicate with parents/guardians during pick-up and as directed by program leadership; share observations and concerns about youth behavior, attendance, or academic needs with supervisors; participate in staff meetings, trainings, and planning sessions.
• Documentation & Compliance: Take accurate daily attendance and assist with sign-in/sign-out procedures; support maintenance of organized group binders, behavior logs, and other program documentation; follow all program, agency, and DYCD policies regarding safety, confidentiality, and mandated reporting.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or GED.
• Must be available during after-school hours, 2:00pm - 6:00pm, 20 hours per week (not inclusive of meetings); Monday-Friday during the school year and some school holidays.
• 1+ years of experience working with school-age children or youth (after-school, camp, school, or community setting).
• Ability to manage and engage a group independently.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions and procedures.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to equity and inclusion.

Preferred

• Some college coursework, especially in Education, Youth Development, or related fields.
• Experience in a DYCD-funded COMPASS/SONYC or similar NYC after-school program.
• Bilingual language skills.

Job Type

• Part Time
• Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Salary

• $18/ hr - $20/hr

EEO Statement

NYJTL values the diversity of the people we hire and inspire. Diversity at our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We center equity in all our work and in our hiring practices.