Youth Programs Lead — After-School & SEL mentor

Police Athletic League Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending account options

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings options

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Police Athletic League Inc in New York is seeking Part Time Group Leaders to support a wide range of afterschool activities, including SEL, dance, sports, STEAM, and college and career readiness. The Group Leader reports to the COMPASS or SONYC Director and works with the Content Specialist.

Responsibilities include implementing PAL curricula, creating a safe, inclusive environment, building relationships with youth and caretakers, and supporting students with IEPs or medical needs as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma / GED.
• You must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of two years' work experience in a non-profit agency working with youth.
• Strong Classroom management and behavior management skills.
• Open to learning and growing; staff will be learning mental health, SEL, and inclusion skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster social and emotional competencies and mental and physical well-being in a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
• Support planning and implementation of activities under guidance of the Activity Specialist and/or Content Specialist.
• Build positive relationships with youth, caretakers, and colleagues; model appropriate demeanor and behavior.
• Be aware of students with IEPs and medical conditions and follow support plans.
• Provide referrals to appropriate mental health services as needed; follow time-sensitive crisis procedures if necessary.
• Attend meetings with staff, caretakers, volunteers, and community residents; maintain open communication lines.
• Attend and participate in required training sessions, meetings, and events.

Skills

Classroom management

Behavior management

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Bilingual (Spanish/French/Chinese)

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Police Athletic League Inc in New York is seeking Part Time Group Leaders to support a wide range of afterschool activities, including SEL, dance, sports, STEAM, and college and career readiness. The Group Leader reports to the COMPASS or SONYC Director and works with the Content Specialist.

Responsibilities include implementing PAL curricula, creating a safe, inclusive environment, building relationships with youth and caretakers, and supporting students with IEPs or medical needs as required.