The Assistant Group Supervisor facilitates hands-on enrichment, academic support, and recreational activities for elementary and middle school students in an afterschool setting. They are responsible for maintaining student safety, managing group behavior, and collaborating with staff to ensure a structured and nurturing environment.
The PLAE Assistant Group Supervisor works directly with elementary and/or middle school students (grades K–8) to deliver a safe, nurturing, and structured afternoon environment during the Out-of-School Time (OST) program.
Operating immediately following the school day until 5:30 PM, the Assistant Group Supervisor facilitates hands-on, age-appropriate enrichment, academic support, and play-based learning under the guidance of the Site Coordinator. This role assists with active daily student dismissal, maintains open communication with families, and supports the academic, social, and developmental needs of youth across elementary and middle school grades. This position drives daily student engagement by directly leading curriculum activities—focusing on Literacy, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Mentorship, and Sports—while upholding organizational policies, School District of Philadelphia standards, and Office of Strategic Partnerships requirements.
Job
Responsibilities: Direct Youth Engagement & Classroom Facilitation
Lead and facilitate daily hands-on activities, including Project-Based Learning, STEAM projects, Literacy, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and Sports activities for elementary and middle school students.
Assist students with homework completion, academic enrichment, and skill-building during designated study periods.
Lead engaging indoor and outdoor recreational activities adapted for various seasonal and weather conditions.
Maintain active, visual supervision of youth at all times to ensure physical safety and emotional well-being across all assigned program spaces. Group Leadership & Behavior Guidance
Implement and reinforce a positive behavior management plan, utilizing age-appropriate behavior techniques and restorative conflict resolution strategies.
Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom culture that promotes teamwork, respect, and positive youth development.
Support students in managing behaviors, navigating social dynamics, and developing strong social-emotional skills. Operations, Logistics & Health/Safety
Supervise daily snack distribution, ensuring proper hygiene, food handling, and clean-up procedures are followed.
Manage group transitions smoothly and safely between classrooms, cafeteria, gymnasium, outdoor grounds, and dismissal areas.
Chaperone and assist in managing student groups during on-site program enhancements, special assemblies, guest vendor sessions, and off-site field trips.
Enforce all organizational, school district, and grant-mandated health and safety protocols across all activity spaces.
Assist the Site Coordinator with accurate daily student attendance tracking and check-in/check-out procedures. Parent & School Community Engagement
Greet parents/guardians during afternoon pickup, providing brief, positive updates on student participation and behavior.
Support the setup, execution, and student participation during monthly themed Parent Nights and special family showcases.
Act as a positive representative of the OST program when interacting with school personnel, custodial staff, and community partners. Professionalism & Team Collaboration
Collaborate with the Site Coordinator and fellow program staff to prepare weekly lesson plans, gather materials, and organize classroom spaces prior to student arrival.
Attend all mandatory staff meetings, site team check-ins, and ongoing professional development workshops/trainings.
Maintain open communication with the Site Coordinator regarding student updates, safety concerns, or supply needs. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Desired
Skills:
Youth
Engagement &
Classroom
Management: Strong ability to connect with elementary and middle school students through high energy and active participation, maintaining group focus while applying age-appropriate positive behavior interventions and restorative techniques.
Curriculum &
Physical
Activity
Facilitation: Proficiency in delivering hands-on, engaging activities across Literacy, STEAM, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Sports, and Project-Based Learning. Physically active approach to leading and directly participating in movement, sports, and recreational play with students after school.
Child
Safety &
Supervision: High level of alertness and stamina to maintain visual supervision during fast-paced physical movement, manage safe group transitions, and follow health and safety protocols across all indoor and outdoor program spaces.
Communication &
Rapport: Excellent interpersonal skills to build trust with young students through enthusiastic, positive interactions, maintain professional contact with parents/guardians during pickup, and collaborate effectively with school staff.
Adaptability &
Teamwork: Ability to follow direction from the Site Coordinator, adapt high-energy outdoor and indoor activities based on weather or space changes, and work collaboratively as a supportive, energetic team player.
Organization &
Attendance
Tracking: Strong attention to detail for managing daily sign-in/sign-out rosters, snack distribution logistics, and equipment setup/cleanup for active programming.
Candidate
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least four years of experience working with children or adolescents. The role requires mandatory state and federal background clearances and the physical ability to lead active play and supervise students.
Market context
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