Summer Rising Group Leader - PS 94

Job Description

Job Description

Summer Rising Group Leader

We are looking for Summer Rising Group Leaders who can be positive mentors and supervise our program participants during the Summer Camp. The Group Leader will lead activities and support the social emotional well being of our program participants.

Candidates must be available to work shifts between the hours of 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Applicants must have a positive attitude, leadership skills, and a teamwork approach. We are hiring for multiple locations.

Pay rate is based on education and experience working with groups of students in afterschool, school or camp position.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB:

• Supervise children between Kindergarten and 8th grade in activities, ensuring safety, and encouraging positive participation.
• Administrative duties include completing and monitoring daily attendance sheets.
• Planning and Implementing daily activities .
• Model positive guidance and effective classroom management to maintain the safety and well-being and attention of all students.
• Lead children from one activity to another.
• Working collectively and communicating with all peer staff.
• Handle and record any incidents and injuries that occur with students.
• Attend professional development sessions and staff meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent relationship building skills . Must be friendly and engaging with our program participants.
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize daily workload.
• Demonstrate cultural competency through familiarity in working with people from a very diverse number of backgrounds.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children under the age of 13.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

WORK PERKS:

• Ongoing paid professional development training.
• Access to our Fitness Centers.
• Access to agency resources and support.

JOB DETAILS:

• Location: 41-77 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY, 11363
• Hourly Rate: $17-$19/hr
• Duration: Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 - Friday, August 14th, 2026
• Days: Monday–Friday 8:00AM - 6:00PM (Hours May Vary)
• Non-Union Position

APPLICATION PROCESS
To Apply: Please email your résumé, as a PDF or Word Document only, to [email protected]. Please indicate “Summer Rising Group Leader - PS 94” in the subject line of the email. Your cover letter should explain why you would be an excellent Summer Rising Group Leader for Commonpoint. We will contact only those candidates who meet our criteria in order to arrange an interview. Due to the high volume of applicants, expected interviews may be conducted in groups.