Group Leader - PS/MS 3

Commonpoint • Bronx, NY

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Commonpoint is hiring an After School Group Leader within the Youth Education Services Department. This department provides safe, engaging, and enriching afterschool programs that promote academic success, social-emotional development, youth leadership, and overall well-being for children and families. The After School Group Leader will create a positive and inclusive learning environment by supervising students, facilitating engaging activities, providing academic support, and fostering meaningful relationships that encourage youth development and participation. This role plays an essential part in delivering high-quality programming while ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants. This role reports directly to the Assistant Program Director and Program Director.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children under the age of 13.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience working in an afterschool, school, camp, recreation, or youth development setting.
• Experience supporting youth with diverse learning, behavioral, or developmental needs.
• Bilingual or multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Fluency in one or more of the following languages is a plus: Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Hindi, or Uzbek.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday during the program schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
• Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.
• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.
• Provide active supervision of students from Kindergarten through Eighth grade, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging program environment.
• Provide homework assistance and encourage positive study habits while supporting students' academic success.
• Plan and facilitate engaging educational, recreational, and enrichment activities aligned with the program schedule and site plan.
• Model respectful behavior, reinforce program expectations, and use positive behavior management strategies to support student success.
• Safely supervise and support students as they transition between activities, maintaining structure and engagement throughout the program.
• Complete daily attendance and assist with required program documentation accurately and on time.
• Promptly communicate participant concerns, behavioral issues, injuries, or program-related concerns to the Program Director or Assistant Program Director.
• Assist with completing incident reports and required documentation as needed.
• Help organize, prepare, and maintain activity spaces and materials to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.
• Work collaboratively with program staff to ensure consistent implementation of daily programming and operations.
• Incorporate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) into daily programming through check-ins, reflection activities, positive behavior modeling, and relationship building.
• Elevate concerns appropriately and collaborate with supervisors and mental health staff when needed.
• Adapt activities and materials to ensure youth of all abilities, including those with IEPs and disabilities, can participate safely and meaningfully.
• Support programming across COMPASS focus areas, including Literacy, STEAM, Health & Wellness, and College & Career Readiness, as outlined in the site plan.
• Assist with participant surveys and other program data collection efforts to support continuous quality improvement.
• Follow Commonpoint, DYCD, and SACC policies related to active supervision, attendance, transitions, participant safety, mandated reporting, behavior management, and incident documentation.
• Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of participants and families by following agency policies regarding confidentiality, photography, video recordings, personal devices, and social media.
• Do not take, share, or post program-related photos, videos, or information without agency authorization.
• Complete attendance, communicate participant concerns to supervisors, and assist with incident reports and required documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area.
• Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact.
• Fair and consistent compensation.
• Salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation.
• New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED