Supervise and engage an assigned group of school-age children in the COMPASS Afterschool Program. Lead daily activities across social-emotional learning, STEAM, literacy, physical activity, and academic support; maintain attendance, incident reports, and safety during transitions, meals, field trips, and events. Communicate with staff, families, and partners to support participant needs and foster an inclusive, developmentally appropriate environment.
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The Group Leader is responsible for the direct supervision, engagement, and overall well-being of an assigned group of participants in the COMPASS Afterschool Program. This position leads the daily implementation of program activities and creates a safe, structured, and engaging environment where children can learn, explore new interests, develop social-emotional skills, and build positive relationships. Working collaboratively with the Program Director, Program Supervisor, and Activity Specialist, the Group Leader supports the delivery of high-quality youth development programming that aligns with DYCD COMPASS standards.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and supervise an assigned group of children during daily COMPASS program activities.
- Create and implement age-appropriate activities under the guidance of the Content Specialist and/or Activity Specialist/Instructor.
- Support implementation of required COMPASS content areas, including Social and Emotional Learning, Physical Activity and Healthy Living, Academic Support, STEAM and Literacy, Introduction to College/Careers, and Life Skills Development.
- Maintain active supervision of participants during activities, transitions, snack/supper, restroom breaks, dismissal, field trips, and special events.
- Support positive behavior, conflict resolution, teamwork, youth voice, and positive peer relationships.
- Foster a safe, welcoming, culturally responsive, inclusive, and strengths-based environment for all participants.
- Assist Activity Specialists/Instructors with lesson delivery, materials, group management, and participant engagement.
- Communicate participant needs, behavioral concerns, incidents, and program updates to the Content Specialist and/or Program Director.
- Maintain accurate attendance, activity records, incident reports, and other required documentation as assigned.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, program staff, and community partners
- Other related duties as assigned by supervisor
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualification- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree preferred.
- At least two (2) years of direct experience working with children under age 13.
- Experience working with school-age children in an afterschool, childcare, school, recreation, camp, or community-based setting.
- Ability to lead and supervise groups of children in a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate manner.
- Ability to create and implement activities under the guidance of an Activity Specialist/Instructor or Content Specialist.
- Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and group management skills.
- Must have the necessary content knowledge, experience, and skills to effectively support program activities.
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Work Environment- Field
This is a Part- Time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, and weekends as needed, at assigned location.
Additional Requirements- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)
- Ability to travel to other Rising Ground Sites (if required)
11 Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Time
Paid Vacation
Paid Personal days
Insurance Coverage:Medical - 3 plan options
Dental - 2 plan options
Vision - 1 plan option
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