Group Leader (Middle School)

Position Summary

The Group Leader (Middle School) supervises and engages middle school participants during afterschool and summer programs by providing academic support, social-emotional learning, and enrichment activities. Under the guidance of program leadership, the Group Leader creates a safe, respectful, and engaging environment and supports students’ academic growth through tutoring, structured activities, and positive mentorship. Must be available to work during designated afterschool and/or summer program hours.

Essential Duties

• Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Supervise and engage groups of 20–25 middle school participants.
• Implement academic enrichment, social-emotional learning, and recreational activities.
• Provide individual and small-group tutoring in reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills.
• Implement literacy-based curriculum and support additional instructional activities.
• Promote positive behavior and maintain a safe, respectful program environment.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism and leadership.
• Collaborate with other staff members and provide guidance on daily activities as needed.
• Plan, organize, and supervise games, sports, arts, and special projects.
• Supervise participants during supper, transitions, program activities and off-site trips.
• Ensure program materials and equipment are properly signed out, cleaned, and returned.
• Communicate regularly with program staff and participate in staff meetings and trainings.
• Assist with program operations and special events as needed.
• Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities.
• Responsible for completing mandated trainings and ongoing professional development opportunities that foster a growth mindset.
• Work cooperatively with other staff members in the program and schools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Tier 1: High School Diploma or GED required and up to 2 years of experience working with children or youth.
• Tier 2: College degree preferred and 2 or more years of experience working with children or youth.

Key Competencies

• Work well in teams and in collaboration with other organizations and entities.
• Strong communication skills and well organized.
• Experience working with middle school–age youth in an afterschool, camp, or school-based programs.
• Coursework or field of study in Education, Social Work, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge on trauma informed care practices, a plus.
• Experience in tutoring, teaching, or afterschool programming.
• Bilingual preferred.