Group Leader

A national non-profit organization providing free, comprehensive after-school and summer programs for low-income and historically underserved youth. Operating in 78 cities across the U.S., it serves over 118,000 students to keep them safe during peak afternoon hours and help them succeed in school and life.

• Group Leaders are responsible for monitoring and managing between 25 to 30 participants in and out of the classroom with the assistance of other staff.
• Ideal candidates will be highly motivated, organized, and able to manage and engage large groups of students.
• Activity Specialists are responsible for developing two-four weekly lesson plans, helping to execute in a quality manner pre-designed curriculum, supporting behavior management, and be excellent team players with Group Leaders.
• Both roles require individuals who are keen observers, skillful in engaging youth, and dynamic in fast-paced environments
• Attend professional development activities and meetings 
• 2-4 weekly lesson plans with learning objectives

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Experience with Children: Minimum 3 years (Required)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)