Group Leader
Jackson Height, NY
Seasonal
Entry Level
The Group Leader will be an experienced and energetic individual who will provide supervision to the after-school classes and support the after-school program and curricula. The Group Leader will facilitate activities not limited to homework help, art and crafts, sports, health and fitness, nutrition, dance, and STEM education.
Pay Rate: $17.50/per hour
Work Schedule:
Monday-Thursday 12:30pm-5:30pm; Friday 8:30am-5:30pm
Hours for the last week of the Summer Rising Program (8/12 to 8/16) will be from 8:30am-5:30pm.
(Must be available from July 1st to August 16th)
Location: PS 212 34-25 82nd Street Jackson Heights NY 11372
Essential Functions and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
- Supervise, participate in and administer recreational activities for youth, and families.
- Provide a safe and fun environment for participants in the After-School Program.
- Provides weekly lesson plans to Program Director.
- Assisting in the implementation of a variety of age-appropriate and theme-related activities.
- Provides homework assistance for all students in the homework sessions and guide them in academic growth.
- Assist with the distribution and collection of parent surveys.
- Work cooperatively with peers, professional staff, and other departments.
- Maintain equipment, storage facilities and inventory.
- Maintain accurate program documentation (incident, accident and behavioral reports, attendance, and sign-in/ sign-out sheets).
- Consults with the Program Director when difficult or unfamiliar situations arise.
- Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
- Will maintain a close relationship and report to the Program Director for delegated tasks and future assignments.
- Complete all job-related tasks and uses program time effectively during scheduled work hours.
Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or GED required.
- Certified by the Department of Education as a Paraprofessional or Associate degree in Education or related field preferred.
- At least two years of relevant experience in working with students in elementary or middle school.
- Exemplary written and spoken communication skills.
- Strong collaboration skills; able to work well with a team.
- Effective multitasker: can prioritize tasks based on importance and deadlines.
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