Group Leader- School of Science & Technology
Flatbush Development Corporation is a dynamic and community-focused organization dedicated to providing high-quality afterschool programs for youth in Brooklyn. Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Department of Health (DOH) and The Office of Children Services (OCFS). ORGANIZATIONAL ROLE:
- Supervisor: Program Director
- Max Hours: 20 per week
- Days: 5 per week, Monday â Friday 2:00 PM-6:00 PM
- Compensation: $17 â $17.50 per hour
The Group Leader plays a critical role in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive afterschool environment for participants in grades Kâ8. As the primary staff member responsible for daily group supervision, the Group Leader facilitates and supports activities, builds positive relationships, and ensures that all program components are delivered in alignment with DYCD, DOH, and NYCDOE guidelines. This position promotes youth development by fostering academic enrichment, social-emotional growth, and positive behavior, while maintaining a structured and nurturing atmosphere. Participants Supervision
- Supervising program participants at all times during program operation, in all locations where the program operates, including off-site trips;
- Assisting in the safe and proper pick-up and delivery of participants from community schools, as assigned by the program director, and as applicable to specific programs.
- Providing active homework assistance to ensure that all participants are engaged and supported during homework time.
- Planning and implementing engaging academic enrichment and recreation activities that incorporate elements of literacy, STEAM,, youth development, and community service.
- Preparing daily lesson plans and unit outlines, and using curricular material provided to facilitate activities.
- Initiate guidance and support sessions with appropriate staff if materials are not clear.
- Gathering all supplies and preparing the activity space.
- Assisting teachers and activity specialists in the facilitation of lessons/activities by actively participating and encouraging participant involvement.
- Creating and maintaining a supportive and safe environment by making sure activity spaces are clean and organized.
- Following the program schedule and ensuring that all participants follow their schedules, unless told otherwise by the program supervisor.
- Utilizing principles of positive youth development through use of behavior management and discipline techniques that foster social, emotional, and cognitive growth, and build self-esteem and responsibility in all participants.
- Building positive relationships with and among participants and acting as a role model.
- Participating in meetings and workshops that enhance professional skills, as assigned by Program Director, including a minimum of 15 hours of training per year.
- Working with Program Director, staff developers, and (as applicable) educational specialists to develop professional skills.
- Applying skills and knowledge acquired in those trainings to improve program quality.
- Adhering to site-specific memoranda and program staff manual which includes staff and program specific requirements as prescribed by the NYS Child School Aged Child Care (SACC) Programs regulation proactively, making the provision of quality services and the safety and care of all children the primary focus.
- Notifying supervisors of any behaviors that impede the provision of quality services and the safety of participants and staff. This includes the proactive reporting of incidents involving physical injury or emotional/social harm.
- High School Diploma or GED required; some college or coursework in education or youth development strongly preferred.
- Experience working with school-age children (Kâ8) in afterschool, camp, or youth development settings.
- Ability to lead activities, manage groups, and engage youth with diverse needs and backgrounds.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Must pass all required background checks, fingerprinting, and DOE clearance.
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