Group Leader

Grand St Settlement•Brooklyn, NY

About The Position

The Group Leader supports the day-to-day operations of the Youth Services program at PS 54K 21st CCLC and helps promote growth, leadership, positive self-image, and skill development among young people. The role involves creating and facilitating lessons, curricula, projects, and recreational activities; supervising participants; maintaining a safe, organized program environment; and supporting program operations and communication with staff and families. The position is part-time, scheduled Monday through Friday between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., from October 2026 through June 2027, at $20 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Experience working with and devising curricula around a specialization.
Must complete NYSDOH fingerprinting screening, New York State Clearance Review background check, three reference checks, and a physical with an updated TB test; fees may apply.
Must submit a $25 fee for the New York State Clearance Review.
Must communicate effectively with students, staff, and participants while remaining professional.
Must be able to motivate students and set an example in timeliness, attendance, and professionalism.
Must be responsible, organized, and demonstrate positive communication skills.
Ability to follow detailed oral or written instructions using common-sense understanding.
Ability to relate to officials, staff, and the public in a courteous manner.
Must be able to supervise a group of children, participate in activities and trips, and provide and maintain a safe working environment.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Previous experience with classroom instruction is ideal.
Personable, energetic, and enthusiastic demeanor.

Responsibilities

Supervise all participants, particularly during special activities.
Maintain classroom space in an organized and clean fashion.
Maintain a daily log of incidents and injuries.
Chaperone youth groups during trips and other field activities.
Assist with all aspects of programming, including following the organization's mission, supervising youth, working collectively, and communicating with staff.
Make follow-up calls to parents.
Attend required department and agency meetings and training.
Create lessons and curricula around a specialty.
Implement and facilitate projects and recreational activities during the school year or summer camp.
Take initiative to assist program participants and other group leaders as appropriate.
Maintain program supplies and ensure proper use of materials.
Help enforce rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.
Ensure participant safety and maintain a safe working environment.
Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits.
Adhere to COVID-19 protocols.
Maintain medical and emergency contact information for each participant.
Prepare attendance reports and other required reports.
Know and adhere to regulations and procedures outlined in the safety plan.
Complete 15 hours of training within the first three months of hire and attend two mandatory agency-wide professional development trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.