Assistant Group Leader
About The Position
We are looking for Assistant Group Leaders who will be responsible for planning and facilitating learning, recreational, arts and developmentally appropriate activities for youth tied to the mission of PAL. The Assistant Group Leader will report to the Center Director. At the Police Athletic League, we seek people who are talented, creative and passionate to help create a more inclusive city and better futures for our youth. We’re devoted to empowering communities and building the best places to work, and that goes for our own teams too. The Police Athletic League is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy Employment with PAL is contingent upon successful completion of all the Agency’s lawful pre-employment checks, which may include a background check.
Requirements
- High School Diploma / GED OR 1 year experience working with children under 13 years of age.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Strong Classroom management and behavior management skills.
- Desire to learn and grow.
- Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
- Ability to complete DOHMH/DOE clearances and fingerprints including that an annual physical has been completed in the last year.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that age-appropriate activities are implemented for youth in K-8th grades.
- At all times, ensure safety, structure, and learning.
- Provide supervision during field trips, transitions, and meal times.
- Build positive relationships with youth and adults and serve as a role model with respect to demeanor, communication, and behavior.
- Attend meetings with staff, parents, volunteers, and community residents as needed.
- Interact with parents and keep open lines of communication.
- Able to work 15 hours a week (3 hours a day, 5 days a week)
- Able to attend 15 hours of orientation prior to the beginning of programming.
- Able to attend scheduled staff meetings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
