FOR A WELL- QUALIFIED GROUP LEADER!!
Group Leaders are responsible for the day-to-day supervision of program participants (grades K-8) at their specific site location. They provide classroom assistance to Activity Specialists and Resident Artists; oversee homework help; monitor participant behavior; and create and implement structured recreational and leadership activities for the Out-of-School Time (OST) Program.
MINIMUM RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with participants during after-school hours, school breaks and summer recess.
- Provide constant supervision of assigned groups of children.
- Ensure the safety of all program participants.
- Participate daily in recreational, creative and artistic activities.
- Chaperone field trips.
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities.
- Submit lesson plans in a timely fashion.
- Record, submit and maintain accurate attendance records.
- Pick up and dismiss program participants.
- Motivate and maintain active involvement of program participants.
- Monitor participant behavior and consult with the Site Director when necessary.
- Maintain the general upkeep of space and materials used by the OST program.
- Coordinate special events in collaboration with the Education Specialist.
- Provide support to Activity Specialists and Resident Artists.
- Actively participate in staff meetings and trainings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM SKILLS AND QULIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Education/Degree: HS Diploma or GED (AA, BA or BS in Education, Child Development or related field preferred)
- Years of Experience: 1
- Other skills and requirements:
- Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.
- Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet expected timelines.
- Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, writing and reading skills.
- Previous experience working in an arts-related environment is a plus.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Qualified candidates may further inquire about the position indicated above, by sending a copy of a cover letter indicating the position of interest alongside a resume to the individual listed below via fax or email:
Name/Title: C.Hobson – Director of School Based Services
Fax: 718-452-3047
Email: chobson@sco.org
Please keep in mind that it is not possible for us to personally contact every candidate, but rest assured that your information will be reviewed and one of your hiring managers will contact you if you're being considered for a position*
SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
