Group Leader – P.S. 343 (Part-Time; Seasonal)

About the role

Reporting directly to the Campus Director and Assistant Director, the Afterschool Group Leader is primarily responsible for the overall supervision and wellbeing of the participants, academic assistance, and fostering social emotional learning in the classroom. This position is a part of our Youth and Family Services offered at Sunnyside Community Services.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all program participants, including daily attendance tracking.
• Assist Instructors and subcontractors in the implementation of lessons and activities.
• Provide program support and supervision at all times.
• Provide academic assistance in the form of homework help.
• Supervise bathroom breaks and nurse visits, and provide minor first aid as needed.
• Maintain program areas, keeping them clean and organized.
• Motivate and maintain active involvement of all program participants.
• Attend all required meetings and training courses.
• Work with assigned team members to collectively create a safe and brave learning space for all assigned participants.
• Meet regularly with supervisors and other staff members to share best practices and address challenges.
• Document all medical and behavioral incidents.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Must be at least 18 years old or have graduated high school by September 1.
• Experience working with children in an after-school or summer camp setting is strongly encouraged.
• This position begins after clearances and requires online training to be completed.
• After-school staff are expected to be committed to the position until the end of the school year in June 2027.
• Ability to work in person – remote options are not available.

Pay

Starting at $17 – $17.50/hour

Schedule

Up to 21 hours per week; Monday – Friday, 2 – 6 pm; evening and weekend hours may be available

Location

Sunnyside Programs at P.S. 343 – The Children's Lab School – in Sunnyside, Queens

How to apply

Email your resume and cover letter to Beacon343Admin@scsny.org. Please use the following email subject header template: "First and Last Name_PS343 Group Leader".