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Group Leaders (Part-time)

Supervisor: Program Director/Site Coordinator

Overview: Since 1886, University Settlement has been providing a variety of effective and strengths-based community based programs for children.  Currently, the Settlement operates after-school programs for elementary school children at seven sites in Brooklyn and Manhattan.  In total, these programs will serve approximately 1,000 children from kindergarten through 5th grade, after school and during school vacations, and approximately 500 children in summer day camps.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety and engagement of a group of twenty or more students through program activities, including snack, homework help and transition
• Ensure that assistance is provided during homework period
• Serve as a positive role model and uphold profession behavior at all times
• Plan and involve children in a range of multidisciplinary activities, design and implement thematic based lessons
• Work constructively with partner and other colleagues; communicate regularly with supervisory staff
• Communicate with parents and caregivers regarding progress and problem solving
• Maintain responsibility for designated program supplies and proper use of all facilities, including classrooms
• Complete all necessary documentation and administrative tasks
• Other relevant duties as assigned by the Director

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Enrollment in college preferred
• Experience working with youth
• Desire to make a difference in a child's life
• Ability to commit for the entire school year

Hours:     3:00-6:00PM Monday through Friday. Some training is held outside program hours and staff is strongly encouraged to attend.

Salary: $ 7.50-12.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and education credentials.

Benefits:

• Extensive training offered on a range of education and youth development topics with additional stipends provided.
• Opportunity to develop professional skills in a challenging, supportive and dynamic team environment.

Contact:    Email or send resume and cover letter to

Rashina Bolt, Assistant Director of After School Programs
University Settlement Society of New York
184 Eldridge Street
New York, NY 10002
youthprogramjobs@universitysettlement.org
(No phone calls please)

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