About the Role
Group Leaders are dynamic youth workers committed to delivering high quality, academically aligned arts, performance arts, sports, and/or STEM instruction to elementary, middle, or high school youth. This role involves working within the framework of positive youth development and social emotional literacy, assisting Activity Specialists and/or Teaching Artists in program delivery, maintaining safety, facilitating groups, and adhering to administrative procedures.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and engage program participants with the goal of fostering positive youth development
- Prepare materials and space for various age-appropriate activities
- Assist with planning, development, and implementation of various activities & events
- Support effective classroom management and contribute to a positive environment by being adaptable, modeling positive behavior, promoting teamwork, & fostering a welcoming & inclusive environment
- Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, & special events to enhance knowledge & skills, as required, inclusive of those outside program hours
Requirements
- Reliable and energetic individual who can build strong relationships with students
- Ability to manage a group effectively
- Ability to support daily program operations with consistency and care
- High School Diploma or its equivalent
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with children and/or youth in a professional setting
- Strong ability to form and maintain positive, professional relationships with children, youth, families, and other stakeholders
- Responsible, organized, and demonstrate positive communication skills
- Able to set an example in all areas, including timeliness, attendance, and professionalism
- Ability to relate to officials, staff and public in a courteous manner
- Pre-employment screening is required, including criminal history checks
Skills
- Safety & Supervision
- Child & Youth Development
- Programming & Activity Facilitation
- Classroom & Group Management
- Communication & Collaboration
- Professionalism & Development
Location
- PS57M - James Weldon Johnson
Work Type
- Part-Time
- On-Site All Five (5) Days
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with children and/or youth in a professional setting
Education Level
- High School Diploma or its equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $18-$21 per hour
About the Company
- LEAP is a mission-driven, people-centered, and joy-filled team.
- LEAP is community-oriented, believing in a shared moral responsibility.
- LEAP is creative, flexible, and open-minded.
- LEAP is collaborative and mission driven.
- LEAP is accountable to ourselves, each other, and our goals.
- LEAP is committed to feedback and clear, consistent communication.
- LEAP is champions of a compassionate and inclusive culture.
- LEAP is supporters of self-care and the well-being of others.
- LEAP is fun!
- At LEAP, you’ll be empowered to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact — all while being part of a community that values who you are and what you bring.
Equal Opportunity
- We are an equal employment opportunity employer.
- LEAP does not sponsor individuals on O-1 visas.
