Title: Assistant Group Leader
Reports To: Program Director, PS 291
Location: 2195 Andrews Avenue, Bronx, New York 10453
Hours: Up to 20 hours/Week; Non-Exempt;
Schedule: School Year / September - June / Monday - Friday, 2pm to 6pm
Salary: $17.00 / hour
Job Summary: The Assistant Group Leader supports and assists staff in carrying out all planned educational and enrichment activities for the after-school enrichment and recreational program.
Major Duties:
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Assist the group leader with engaging activities, including sports and recreation, educational, arts and craft and special events
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Collect attendance folder and other data as necessary
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Supervise participants throughout afterschool program
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Distribute snacks and assist with clean-up
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Assist with monitoring and maintaining the rules of the program and upholding the afterschool model
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Support activity instructor(s) with lessons.
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Collaborate with group leader to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
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Follows all GSS, DYCD and SACC regulations.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Must be at least 18 years old.
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Must demonstrate reliable and consistent work habits, and ability to work with other youth.
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Must be available during the program hours listed above.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Ability and willingness to work in a dynamic team environment.
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Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.
Skills Required
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Reliable and consistent work habits and ability to work with youth.
- Availability during program hours (Monday–Friday, 2pm–6pm, September–June).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to work in a dynamic team environment.
- Commitment to a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.
What We Do
Good Shepherd Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children, youth, and families in New York City overcome challenges and gain skills for success. Through over 100 high-quality programs, they provide effective services that deepen connections within families, schools, and neighborhoods, working closely with community leaders to advocate for their participants and create a better city for all.
