Summer Group Leader - New York, United States - Children's Aid

Children's Aid
Children's Aid
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New York, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Executive Headquarters (117 West 124th St)

$15- $25


MULTIPLE SITE LOCATIONS IN HARLEM, WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, THE BRONX, STATEN ISLAND, & WESTCHESTER COUNTY

Position Summary:

At Children's Aid, we believe that all kids have limitless potential. Our dedicated staff provide comprehensive supports for nearly 50,000 children and families in targeted, under-resourced New York City neighborhoods.

We know what it takes to ensure children grow up strong and healthy, and ready to thrive in school and life:

excellent education and health care, social-emotional support, and strong, stable families.


Essential Duties:


  • Supervise and lead children attending Children's Aid run summer programs and ensure their safety throughout the summer.
  • Implement professionally developed curriculum; Engage students in a wide range of learning activities.
  • Develop lesson plans and curriculum informed by the program schedule, programmatic themes, objectives and outcomes.
  • Plan, lead (or colead) a variety of activities such as, but not limited to, SEL, literacy and recreation.
  • Participate in special events and supervise children in program and on field trips.
  • Create a comfortable engaging learning environment and establish clear age appropriate expectations.
  • Develop relationships with children and their families and maintain open communication with families regarding children's progress and any concerns
  • Assist in the designing, planning and leading of projects and activities both in and outside of the classroom.
  • Communicate regularly with data entry staff, the Program Director, and other staff as needed.
  • Document student attendance and progress
  • Attend staff meetings. Participate in staff development opportunities and attend mandatory trainings.
  • Collaborate with other staff members in the Program, School, or Center, to create and maintain a nurturing and engaging environment
  • Implement behavior management strategies to ensure a safe and positive environment
  • In person collaboration is an essential function of the job
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Minimum Qualifications:


  • Must be 18 years old. High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
  • At least oneyear experience working with children tutoring or teaching is highly preferred

Key Competencies

  • Work well in teams and in collaboration with other organizations and entities
  • Strong knowledge of behavior management techniques and classroom management strategies
  • Understanding of Youth Development Principles and the ability to educate children in an engaging, age appropriate manner
  • Well organized with strong communication skills both verbal and written
  • Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish, oral and written)
  • Available all weeks of camp during July and August
Location:

NYC All

Activation Date:

Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Expiration Date:

Saturday, June 1, 2024
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