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About the Role

Group Leaders will promote and develop a safe and engaging learning environment for middle school aged youth. Homework help, recreational activities, literacy and Math lessons are integral parts of this activity. Students will be able to maintain an academic/leadership focus while engaging in hands-on learning with classmates and fellow peers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Participants
• Problem solve and intervene directly with youth in groups
• Maintain adequate staff to camper supervision during all activities and trips
• Facilitate School Year Activities
• Design and implement project-based lesson plans based on Activity
• Facilitate group management and activities based on the school year themes
• Work collaboratively with co-workers
• Know and follow daily in-house and trip schedules and procedures
• Create a culture of positive group cohesiveness
• Ensure Safety
• Supervise a group of children and participate in activities and trips; provide and maintain a safe working environment
• Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits
• Maintain medical and contact information for each participant
• Responsible for maintaining daily log of all incidents/ injuries
• Prepare attendance reports and other reports as required
• Know and adhere to all regulations and procedures outlined in safety plan
• Communicate regularly and appropriately with parents
• Complete all necessary paperwork that is required
• Come to work ready with a positive attitude
• Supervise and evaluate youth staff
• Other assignments as required

Requirements

• High School diploma a must
• Youth development experience required
• Must have experience teaching and designing curricula
• Previous experience working with diverse young people ages 9-14 years old
• Three (3) or more years’ experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable)
• Three (3) or more years’ experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons (to youth preferred)
• Candidate must successfully complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance Review Background Check; 3 Reference Checks; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
• Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times
• Candidates must be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance and most importantly, professionalism

Skills

• Personable
• Energetic
• Enthusiastic
• Effective communication
• Professionalism
• Motivation
• Responsibility
• Timeliness
• Organization
• Attendance

Location

• SONYC Nest + m School

Work Type

• School year 2026 - 2027
• Monday through Friday 2pm - 6pm

Experience Level

• Three (3) or more years’ experience & expertise working with youth
• Three (3) or more years’ experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons

Education Level

• High School diploma
• College degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $20.00/hr

Benefits

• Valid CPR/AED Pro certification through recognized accrediting body preferred
• Valid First Aid/RTE certification through recognized accrediting body preferred

About the Company

• As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision: all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites.

Equal Opportunity

• EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)