The Group Leader will be an experienced and energetic individual who will provide supervision to the after-school classes and support the after-school program and curricula. The Group Leader will facilitate activities not limited to homework help, art and crafts, sports, health and fitness, nutrition, dance, and STEM education.
Pay Rate: $17.50/per hour
Work Schedule:
Monday-Thursday 12:30pm-5:30pm; Friday 8:30am-5:30pm
Hours for the last week of the Summer Rising Program (8/12 to 8/16) will be from 8:30am-5:30pm.
(Must be available from July 1st to August 16th)
Location: PS 212 34-25 82nd Street Jackson Heights NY 11372
Essential Functions and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
- Supervise, participate in and administer recreational activities for youth, and families.
- Provide a safe and fun environment for participants in the After-School Program.
- Provides weekly lesson plans to Program Director.
- Assisting in the implementation of a variety of age-appropriate and theme-related activities.
- Provides homework assistance for all students in the homework sessions and guide them in academic growth.
- Assist with the distribution and collection of parent surveys.
- Work cooperatively with peers, professional staff, and other departments.
- Maintain equipment, storage facilities and inventory.
- Maintain accurate program documentation (incident, accident and behavioral reports, attendance, and sign-in/ sign-out sheets).
- Consults with the Program Director when difficult or unfamiliar situations arise.
- Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
- Will maintain a close relationship and report to the Program Director for delegated tasks and future assignments.
- Complete all job-related tasks and uses program time effectively during scheduled work hours.
Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or GED required.
- Certified by the Department of Education as a Paraprofessional or Associate degree in Education or related field preferred.
- At least two years of relevant experience in working with students in elementary or middle school.
- Exemplary written and spoken communication skills.
- Strong collaboration skills; able to work well with a team.
- Effective multitasker: can prioritize tasks based on importance and deadlines.
What We Do
HANAC, Inc. – originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee – is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.
HANAC’s organization mission is:
To develop, implement and administer the operation of essential social services including youth, senior and immigrant services, employment and education programs, counseling and affordable housing for the betterment of the community.
We presently sponsor over 40 programs located in twelve sites in four boroughs, serving over 30,000 clients annually.
