Group Leader

Grand St Settlement Inc.•New York, NY

9d•$20

About The Position

As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision: all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites. Group Leaders will promote and develop a safe and engaging learning environment for elementary school aged youth. Homework help, recreational activities, literacy and math lessons are integral parts of this activity. In the end, students will be able to maintain an academic focus while engaging in hands on learning with classmates and fellow peers.

Requirements

High School diploma a must, college degree preferred
Youth development experience required
Must have experience teaching and designing curricula
Previous experience working with diverse young people ages 5-14 years old
Three (3) or more years’ experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable).
Three (3) or more years’ experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons (to youth preferred).
Ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic.
Candidate must successfully complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance Review Background Check; 3 Reference Checks; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times and be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance and most importantly, professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Valid CPR/AED Pro certification through recognized accrediting body preferred.
Valid First Aid/RTE certification through recognized accrediting body preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete 15 hours of trainings as per school- age childcare requirements within the first three months of hire and attend two mandatory agency wide Professional Development Training.
Supervise Participants
Problem solve and intervene directly with youth in groups both in person and virtually
Maintain adequate staff to camper supervision during all activities
Facilitate In-Person Activities
Design and implement unit base curriculums
Must facilitate group management and activities based on daily activities
Work collaboratively with co-workers
Know and follow daily in-house schedule procedures
Create a group culture of positive group cohesiveness
Ability to assist youth with remote school assignments
Experience and/or willingness to facilitate live and pre-recorded activities
Familiarity using web-based platforms to engage youth: zoom, google classrooms, etc.
Monitor participant engagement and safety while on live sessions remotely
Facilitate wellness checks/calls to families
Follow remote working plan, policies & procedures as highlighted by supervisor
Maintain remote/virtual attendance logs & records
Ensure any remote links, videos, content are age appropriate, clean and non-offensive to anyone’s identity
Must be able to supervise a group of children and participate in activities
Provide and maintain a safe working environment both online and in-person
Consistently disinfect all high touch areas within the classroom
Maintain individual supplies for each youth participant safely stored within the classroom
Ensure youth are maintaining safe social distancing and wearing face coverings at all times
Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits
Maintain medical and contact information for each participant
Notify Program Director and/or Assistant Program Director of any participant feeling ill immediately
Responsible for maintaining daily log of all incidents/ injuries
Prepare attendance reports and other reports as required
Know and adhere to all regulations and procedures outlined in safety plan
Complete all necessary paperwork that is required
Come ready to work with a positive attitude
Supervise and evaluate youth staff
Other assignments as required