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Afterschool Group Leader

4 weeks ago


New York, United States The Educational Alliance Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

JOB PURPOSE

Group Leaders are enthusiastic, highly motivated role models who are directly responsible for the well-being and safety of participants in the After School community.

SCOPE OF INFLUENCE

  • Direct client group: Children ages K-5th grade
  • Directly supervised by After School Program Manager
  • Will collaborate with Social Work Interns and Teachers when necessary

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Attend all days of staff orientation before After School (September 2023)
  • Attend all scheduled days of After School and monthly staff meetings during the year (After School runs from September 18th, 2023-June 5, 2024)
  • Communicate regularly and effectively with Afterschool Program Manager
  • Work harmoniously with assigned co-Group-Leader(s) and Social Work Interns
  • Maintain standards of Afterschool conduct, behavior management protocols, and inclusion
  • When working with children and fellow staff, uphold and implement Afterschool values (Personal Growth, Empathy, Respect, and Passion)
  • Attend regular supervision and participate in evaluation processes
  • Must adhere to agency and site-specific safety standards
  • Comply with city and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures
  • Support youth development through After School programming which includes, but is not limited to: Art, Sports, Science, Music, Theatre, Academic Support, Shabbat programming, and more
  • Effectively develop a rapport with participants and parents, maintaining safety and confidentiality

Afterschool Activities

  • Assume responsibility for the physical and mental health and safety of children in the Afterschool Community
  • Keep a record of student activity, behavior, and injuries/accidents
  • When assigned, pick-Up children from local schools and safely transport them to the 14th Street Y
  • Actively participate in and support campers throughout all activities
  • Provide quality supervision at all times (e.g. during school pick-up, in assigned homeroom, during snack, throughout activities and all transitional periods)
  • Assist Teachers with children’s needs during activities and step in to lead if/when necessary
  • Be open to leading at least one easy-going class a week such as boardgames, ball games, yoga, watercolors, with support from After School leadership etc.
  • Encourage all participants to participate & be their on-site daily support system
  • Focus on social dynamics & friendship building of assigned children
  • When assigned to required monthly swim duty, ensure that children are safe and abiding by pool rules.
  • Be responsible for overall cleanliness and organization of spaces and supplies

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Required Knowledge and Ability

  • Availability to work on site at the 14th Street Y from 2:30pm-6:15pm at least 2 days per week from September 18th - June 5th and staff orientation in September
  • Bachelor's degree or currently pursuing a degree with at least 1 year of professional experience working with youth
  • Previous experience working with children ages 5 to 13 years old strongly preferred.
  • CPR/First Aid Certifications or the ability/willingness to obtain one
  • Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all community members, including modeling and facilitating positive conflict resolution
  • Ability to be a mentor and be a resource to students, staff, families and embrace/foster cultural inclusiveness

Role Key Competencies

Communication

Team Work

Enthusiasm

Safety Awareness

Initiative

Inclusivity

EEO Info

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Educational Alliance takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.


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