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Group Leader- Brooklyn Scholars Charter School

United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Aug 2026

💰 $34,000/yr

About the role

ABOUT US:
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 – Friday 2:00 PM-6:00 PM
Compensation: $17 – $17.50 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Group Leader plays a critical role in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive afterschool environment for participants in grades K–8. 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.

Homework Assistance

Providing active homework assistance to ensure that all participants are engaged and supported during homework time.

Facilitation of Activities

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.

Youth Development

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.

Professional Development:

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.

Program Procedures and Safety

Adhering to site-specific memoranda and program staff manual which includes staff and program specific requirements as prescribed by the NYS Child Sch