Group Leader - International High School

Global Kids • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Global Kids (GK) is seeking an after-school Group Leader to support youth in its community programs located in New York City Public Schools and supported by the DYCD SONYC Initiative. Group Leaders help create a secure, nurturing, and enriching environment for students, supporting their well-being, growth, and participation. Depending on placement, the role serves middle school students or elementary school youth through interactive activities and mentorship. The position is in person and requires weekday availability from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., for 20–25 hours per week, with some weekends if needed. Applicants must submit a cover letter to be considered. The hourly salary is $18–$22. Global Kids provides a benefits package that includes paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, and professional development and training opportunities; staff can also access retail discounts through its Professional Employer Organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Experience working with youth using interactive learning strategies.
• Past experience working with English Language Learners.
• Commitment to and understanding of working in culturally diverse settings and using antiracist practices.
• Knowledge of or passion for global issues, political science, history, education, and social activism.
• Good facilitation, consensus-building, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, initiative, creativity, and willingness to learn.
• Strong communication, writing, organizational, and technology skills.
• Availability to work 20–25 hours Monday through Friday and some weekends if needed.
• Availability from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays.
• A cover letter is required for consideration.

Nice To Haves

• Currently attending college.
• International experience.
• Fluency in other languages, particularly Spanish or French.
• Global Kids alumni are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Create and facilitate interactive, experiential workshops and activities for middle school students or elementary school youth, depending on placement.
• Serve as a positive, encouraging, and affirming mentor to students.
• Support group management, positive interactions, transitions between activities, and student safety during check-in, dismissal, and program hours.
• Supervise students and ensure they are never left on their own.
• Assist with chaperoning trips.
• Help collect program documents and attendance.
• Follow guidelines and protocols established by Global Kids, the Department of Education, the Department of Youth and Community Development, and the Department of Health.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation in the first year of employment, one personal day, and sick days.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Access to retail discounts through the Professional Employer Organization (PEO).

What This Job Offers

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