Group Leader - RISE Academy

Overview

The Group Leader is responsible for the direct supervision, engagement, and overall well-being of an assigned group of participants in the COMPASS Afterschool Program. This position leads the daily implementation of program activities and creates a safe, structured, and engaging environment where children can learn, explore new interests, develop social-emotional skills, and build positive relationships. Working collaboratively with the Program Director, Program Supervisor, and Activity Specialist, the Group Leader supports the delivery of high-quality youth development programming that aligns with DYCD COMPASS standards.

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and supervise an assigned group of children during daily COMPASS program activities. 
• Create and implement age-appropriate activities under the guidance of the Content Specialist and/or Activity Specialist/Instructor. 
• Support implementation of required COMPASS content areas, including Social and Emotional Learning, Physical Activity and Healthy Living, Academic Support, STEAM and Literacy, Introduction to College/Careers, and Life Skills Development. 
• Maintain active supervision of participants during activities, transitions, snack/supper, restroom breaks, dismissal, field trips, and special events. 

• Support positive behavior, conflict resolution, teamwork, youth voice, and positive peer relationships. 
• Foster a safe, welcoming, culturally responsive, inclusive, and strengths-based environment for all participants. 
• Assist Activity Specialists/Instructors with lesson delivery, materials, group management, and participant engagement. 

• Communicate participant needs, behavioral concerns, incidents, and program updates to the Content Specialist and/or Program Director. 
• Maintain accurate attendance, activity records, incident reports, and other required documentation as assigned. 
• Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, program staff, and community partners
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualification

• Must be at least 18 years of age. 
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree preferred. 
• At least two (2) years of direct experience working with children under age 13. 
• Experience working with school-age children in an afterschool, childcare, school, recreation, camp, or community-based setting. 
• Ability to lead and supervise groups of children in a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate manner. 
• Ability to create and implement activities under the guidance of an Activity Specialist/Instructor or Content Specialist. 
• Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and group management skills. 
• Must have the necessary content knowledge, experience, and skills to effectively support program activities. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Work Environment

• Field

Position Type/Expected Work Hours

This is a Part- Time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, and weekends as needed, at assigned location. 

Additional Requirements

• Authorized to work in the U.S.

• Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)
• Ability to travel to other Rising Ground Sites (if required)

Benefit Offerings Include:

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Paid Vacation

Paid Personal days

Insurance Coverage:

Medical - 3 plan options

Dental - 2 plan options

Vision - 1 plan option