Group Leader
Catholic Charities Community Services
Location
New York
Salary
$18 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Group Leader provides academic support and homework assistance to participants while monitoring their daily attendance and behavior. They are also responsible for maintaining program spaces and participating in recruitment efforts.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalency and at least one year of experience in a childcare program. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, along with the ability to pass background checks.
Job description
Location
- 1155
- University
- Ave
- Summary: The Group Leader is responsible for assisting participants in completing their homework and providing academic support and guidance.
Responsibilities
Arrive on time, ready to work, and report to the Program Director or Program Supervisor. Track daily attendance and contact the participants' guardians when they are absent. Collect report cards and track participants' academic progress. Complete monthly progress forms and submit them in a timely manner. Notify Program Director of changes in participants' behavior. Provide academic support and guidance, including assistance with homework. Provide supplementary assignments and activities to participants. Attend weekly meetings with the Program Director or Program Supervisor. Attend monthly parent meetings and special events hosted by the Agency/Program. Participate in program recruitment efforts. Ensure the cleanliness and presentation of all program spaces. Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
HS Diploma or Equivalency; working towards or possessing an AA or BA degree, a plus. At least one (1) year of experience working in a childcare program. Submit background checks in compliance with DOE, DYCD, DOH, and SACC regulations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: M-F 2pm-6pm; During the summer hours will be 8am to 6pm Working conditions and physical demands required: The demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Ability and patience to work with children and young people, particularly in group settings. Remain in a stationary position, either working at a computer or monitoring activities. Move for long periods, providing instruction and guidance. Traveling when taking field trips or escorting youth, using public transportation, traversing city streets, ascending and descending stairs, and being exposed to outside weather conditions. Catholic Charities and Catholic Charities Community Services are equal-opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
