Group Leader

OUR ORGANIZATION:

Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is the largest independent youth development not-for-profit organization in western Queens. In addition to operating a diverse portfolio of programs, we run evening teen centers, college readiness programs, and youth employment programs. Fusing arts and culture with the SEL framework is a cornerstone of our youth development approach.

JOB SUMMARY:

Riis Academy is seeking dynamic, creative and engaging individuals who enjoy working with children, in groups, and as a member of a community. As a group leader, you will be responsible for leading and supervising participants in our K-6 Afterschool Program, writing lesson plans and facilitating activities, and performing minor administrative duties such as attendance tracking during the program.

Covid Requirements: Proof of vaccination status is not required for this position.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to policies and procedures in a proactive manner.
• Successfully implement educational, artistic, and recreational activities.
• Actively engage with and build positive relationships with children at all times with the goal of cultivating the positive development of each child and the group.
• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Daily inspection and organization of all facilities/areas, equipment, and supplies; providing supervisors with a daily room check in log.
• Evaluate each scholar’s performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understanding.
• Maintain accurate program documentation.
• Prepare the learning environment that exhibits participants’ work.
• Work as a collaborative team; provide support to other Specialists and Group Leaders.
• Understand and communicate the Riis Settlement mission and the goals of the Riis Academy Afterschool program to the participants and parents.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in all aspects of professional development.
• Organize and/or participate in external special events to promote the Agency's mission.
• Adhere to all Department of Health and New York State OCFS policies and standards.

STATEMENT OF SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.
• Experience working in an after school setting preferred: Elementary/ Middle School Aged students.

BENEFITS:

• 40 hours’ sick leave
• 21 hours’ personal leave
• Retirement plan with 50% employer match up to 12% of total salary
• Student Loan Assistance and Education Assistance
• EAP Services

Upon hiring you will be placed at one of the following sites. Limited slots available:

• P.S. 76 William Hallett School
• Ravenswood Cornerstone Community Center
• C.S. 111 Jacob Blackwell School
• P.S. 166 Henry Gradstein School
• Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.