SYE Group Leader

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Harrisburg is seeking a Group Leader for the Summer Youth Enrichment Program. This seasonal, full-time role involves assisting in program operations, managing youth participants, and teaching curriculum activities. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma and relevant experience in child care or education. The position requires strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to work in a team while also being self-motivated. A valid driver's license and clearances are necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 2-3 years of work-related experience in Elementary Education or child care.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment and work independently.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations of the Summer Youth Enrichment Program.
• Responsible for assigned participants within the group during activities.
• Facilitate provided curriculum and assist in teaching classes.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong initiative

Time management

Good organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural flexibility

Detail-oriented

Logical thinker

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Position: Group Leader

Department: Youth and Family Education

Availability of Position: June 8, 2026 - August 7, 2026

Schedule: Seasonal, Full Time, 7:45am-4:15pm

Reporting Relationship: Directly: Youth and Family Education Administrator; Indirectly: Youth and Family Education Site Coordinator

Salary/Grade: $15.00 per hour; 73 NE

Responsibilities

Assist in the daily operations of the Summer Youth Enrichment Program. Group Leaders are responsible for the assigned participants in their group at all times and other participants when needed and outlined by supervisory staff. Group Leaders are responsible to manage the basic behavior of their group during learning activities, various special classes, field trips and guest presentations following provided program rules and behavior plans. Group Leaders must actively participate in all activities in order to model positive participation and cooperation to youth. Group Leaders will also facilitate provided 7 Habits and Lit Camp curriculum and will teach or assist in teaching a Choice Class. Position is 40 hours a week, full-time, seasonal employment.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High School Diploma with 2-3 years of work-related experience in the areas of Elementary Education and or child care.
• Self-motivated; exhibit strong initiative and time management skills as well as good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment but also the ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of cultural flexibility, competency in working with multi-cultural participants and experience working with inner-city and un-churched youth is required.
• Detail-oriented, logical thinker, motivated self-starter and able to work independently on assigned projects.
• Ability to adapt and change to meet the needs of the organization and the community.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Child Protection Clearances: PA Act 153 requires completion of PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check
• Valid National Sex Offender Registry Clearance
• TB Test
• Health Physical to meet DHS compliance for licensed School Age Centers
• Upon hire, complete 10 hours Health and Safety Training
• As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training every five years thereafter
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army

Note

(Full job description provided to interested candidates who meet minimum requirements as set forth above.)