About the Role
Group Leaders are responsible for creating safe, engaging, and structured learning environments that support the academic and social development of elementary-aged children. This role requires a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, with a growth mindset that embraces feedback, innovation, and collaborative problem-solving to enhance program quality and outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate, aligned to Common Core Standards, and designed to promote academic, recreational, and social-emotional learning.
- Facilitate daily activities in core subjects such as Math and English Language Arts, as well as Science, Social Studies, and cultural enrichment.
- Maintain active supervision of children at all times to ensure a safe and supportive environment; respond appropriately to behavioral concerns and medical needs.
- Document student attendance, behavior incidents, and classroom observations in accordance with CPC policies and program requirements.
- Foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative classroom culture that reflects CPC’s values and supports youth development.
- Collaborate effectively with program peers, site supervisors, school staff, and CPC leadership.
- Ensure classrooms are organized, well-maintained, and stocked with necessary instructional and recreational materials.
- Attend required trainings, meetings, and professional development sessions.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director or Site Supervisor to support overall program operations.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of two years of experience working with elementary-aged children in a structured educational, recreational, or youth development setting.
- Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing engaging lesson plans and structured group activities.
Skills
- Strong classroom management and behavioral guidance skills, with an understanding of child development and age-appropriate practices.
- Knowledge of positive youth development principles.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
- Willingness to learn and grow in the role, including participating in training, accepting feedback, and building new skills.
- Demonstrated growth mindset and openness to reflective practice.
- Social and emotional maturity, reliability, and professionalism.
- Bilingual language proficiency preferred: Russian, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), or Spanish
- Commitment to CPC’s mission of empowering immigrant and low-income communities and fostering culturally responsive, inclusive programming.
Location
- Brooklyn, NY 11223
Work Type
- Temporary
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of two years of experience working with elementary-aged children
Education Level
- 2 Year Degree
- High School diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $18.50 - $23.00 Hourly
Benefits
- Paid New York State sick time
About the Company
- Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is a social services organization advancing the social and economic well-being of immigrant and low-income New Yorkers through holistic services and community-led impact.
- CPC is the nation’s largest Asian American social services organization and serves as a trusted community anchor to over 80,000 community members who are served by CPC annually through 50+ high-quality programs and services across 35 sites in New York City.
Equal Opportunity
- CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
