Afterschool Group Leader

The Educational Alliance Inc.•New York, NY

2d•$0 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Educational Alliance, a 136-year-old New York institution, is a vibrant, dynamic organization serving New Yorkers from all walks of life. We serve everyone regardless of the language they speak, where they come from, or their socioeconomic status. We believe that everyone should have a chance to live a better life and that arts and culture, education, health and wellness, and social services can help lay that foundation. The 14Y After School Program engages hands, heads, and hearts for children in K-5th grade attending schools across the East Village. After School is a neurodiverse community, and all staff members are responsible for supporting neurodivergent and neurotypical students to have a successful after school day. We are seeking part-time Afterschool Leaders who are enthusiastic, highly motivated role models who are directly responsible for the well-being and safety of participants in the 14Y After School community.

Requirements

Must be 18+
Availability to work on site at the 14Y from 2:30pm-6:15pm at least 3 days per week from September 14th - January 22nd and January 25th-June 4th and staff orientation in September
Previous experience working with children ages 5 to 10 years old strongly preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all community members, including modeling and facilitating positive conflict resolution
Ability to be a mentor and be a resource to students, staff, families and embrace/foster cultural inclusiveness

Responsibilities

Attend all days of staff orientation before After School
Attend all scheduled days of After School and monthly staff meetings during the year (After School runs from September 14, 2026 through June 4, 2027)
Pick up students from designated school pickup location and escort them safely to the 14Y while following all safety and attendance procedures
Communicate regularly and effectively with Afterschool Program Manager
Work harmoniously with assigned co-Group-Leader(s) and Social Work Interns
Maintain standards of Afterschool conduct, behavior management protocols, and inclusion
When working with children and fellow staff, uphold and implement Afterschool values (Personal Growth, Empathy, Respect, and Passion)
Attend regular supervision and participate in evaluation processes
Must adhere to agency and site-specific safety standards
Comply with city and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Support youth development through After School programming which includes, but is not limited to: Art, Sports, Science, Music, Theatre, Academic Support, Shabbat programming, and more!
Effectively develop a rapport with participants and parents, maintaining safety and confidentiality
Assume responsibility for the physical and mental health and safety of children in the Afterschool Community
Keep a record of student activity, behavior, and injuries/accidents
Actively participate in and support campers throughout all activities
Provide quality supervision at all times (e.g. during school pick-up, in assigned homeroom, during snack, throughout activities and all transitional periods)
Assist Teachers with children’s needs during activities and step in to lead if/when necessary
Be open to leading at least one easy-going class a week such as board games, ball games, yoga, watercolors, with support from After School leadership etc.
Encourage all participants to participate & be their on-site daily support system
Focus on social dynamics & friendship building of assigned children
When assigned to required monthly swim duty, ensure that children are safe and abiding by pool rules.
Be responsible for overall cleanliness and organization of spaces and supplies