Summer Group Leader

Union Settlement Association • New York, NY

1d • $18

About The Position

Curriculum Development, Activity Facilitation and Classroom Management.

Requirements

• Three years of experience working in a youth services program.
• Successful completion of background and criminal record check, fingerprinting check, and reference check required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Operational knowledge of 21 CCLC, DYCD, DOE, OCFS, DOHMH regulations, guidelines, and frameworks.
• Strong verbal, written, clerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced, challenging, and constantly changing environment.
• Demonstrated success in facilitating workshops in one of the following disciplines: sports, technology, leadership, performing arts, prevention, and visual arts.
• Dedication to serving youth in an urban setting.
• Innovation and patience.
• Demonstrated understanding of the challenges facing youth in an urban setting

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend bi-weekly strategic planning sessions with Program Director and program staff.
• Prepare classroom and program spaces for activities.
• Plan and implement weekly lesson plans related to social-emotional, educational, and recreational activities.
• Lead workshops for the program in at least one of the following disciplines: Sports, technology, leadership, performing arts (dance, theater, etc.), prevention, visual arts, or STEAM.
• Assist in workshops and activities to support activity specialists, tutors, and program partners to address inappropriate behavior and classroom management.
• Lead project-based, theme-related activities and prepare participants for quarterly presentations, showcases, and performances.
• Escort participants out of school and off-premises to ensure safety during dismissal.
• Engage participants and support school staff during the school day as assigned.
• Support hall monitoring as needed.
• Plan, attend, and escort participants on trips.
• Participate in special events and staff meetings.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees