Team Leader, Beacon Hunts Point (SNS) (60536)

Graham Windham • New York, NY

4d • $21 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Graham provides life-changing tools and resources for children, young adults and families who face some of the most difficult obstacles caused by poverty, racial injustice, and lack of access to educational opportunities, living wage employment, quality healthcare, and affordable housing. We collaborate with communities and strong partners to create and implement innovative strategies so everyone can lead healthy, joyful, and successful lives.
Beacon programs are school-based community centers serving children age six and older, and adults. There are currently 91 Beacons located throughout the five boroughs of New York City operating in the afternoons and evenings, on weekends, and during school holidays and vacation periods, including the summer. Beacons provide Our goal is to give each participant, regardless of age, a positive and fun learning experience in a safe, friendly environment.
Team Leaders will support the Instructor with a class of students that are assigned by grade level. Classes take place during the summer months.

Requirements

• Ability to work through July 1st- August 14th
• Experience working with school age youth required; one year experience working with school age youth in an afterschool environment preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalency required, Some college preferred
• Experience in working with students from diverse backgrounds, specifically low income communities.
• Track record of good customer service and organization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to design lesson plans and/or teach from a qualified curriculum.
• Strong group and classroom management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish fluency preferred, but not required
• CPR, First Aid and AED certified preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Create and facilitate lesson plan activities to include recreational, educational etc.
• Organizing team games such as soccer, softball, and basketball, explaining the rules and acting as referee or umpire throughout the game
• Leading activities such as crafts and art, demonstrating various techniques and encouraging children to come up with ideas
• Create a safe, bully-free environment for all participants.
• Maintain accurate student attendance reports.
• Complete other administrative tasks as required.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and professional development trainings
• Ensure that the learning environment is clean, safe and materials are prepared.
• Use positive classroom management techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees