Group Leader, SNL - Mott Haven

EAST SIDE HOUSE SETTLEMENT • New York, NY

1d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

East Side House Settlement is a community resource in the South Bronx. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families and the communities. We are seeking a dynamic, hard-working and creative leader who shares our passion for providing exceptional programming to children and families in the Mott Haven neighborhood of the South Bronx & Inwood section in Manhattan. The Mott Haven Community Center is powered by the New York City Housing Authority public housing development, with evening and weekend programming for middle school, high school, and adults. The Group Leaders primary responsibility is to design and lead a diverse enrichment activity. We run evening teen centers, and college readiness as well as youth employment programs. We are seeking creative professionals with experience working with the youth in the following (but not limited to) areas: Music, visual arts, martial arts, media technology, dance, sports and recreation (soccer, tennis, basketball, volleyball or lacrosse), health awareness and community leadership.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, with some college preferred.
• Must have experience working with middle school, high school, and adults’ populations preferably in a racially, ethically, and socio-emotionally diverse urban community.
• Minimum of two years work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required.
• A genuine enthusiasm for developing professional skills through training opportunities and field practice.
• Possess and ability to engage and lead activities in your area of specialty; strong communication skills, strong organizational skills, excellent judgment, ability to work in a team in a variety of environments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all participants while always remaining professional and be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance and most importantly, professionalism.
• Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Employees must be clear to work at ESH. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and/or screenings.
• Department of Health Fingerprint Clearance
• State Central Registry (SCR) Clearance, ($25.00 Fee)
• Staff Exclusion List (SEL) Clearance
• Physical examination and TB test
• Mandated Reporter Certificate, 2 hours.
• Health & Safety Certificate, 5 hours.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates possessing skills in foreign languages, visual arts, music, or performing arts are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify, create and facilitate age-appropriate, thematic based lesson plans, and activities.
• Work as a part of a collaborative team, providing support to any specialist implementing activities.
• Prepare the learning working environment, by creating a welcoming space that exhibits participants’ work.
• Build positive relations with youth and adults to serve as role models with respect to demeanor, communication, and behavior.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program, by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Assist in participant’s enrollment, recording and submitting daily attendance records, and any other required documents to Program Director.
• Inspect daily all facilities (including shared spaces), equipment, and supplies; be sure all are accounted for and put away at the end of each day.

What This Job Offers

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