WHO WE ARE SQPA

Beacon Community Center is a school-based community center serving children age 6 and older. We are located at the Richard S. Grossley Campus, New Prep Middle School. Our programs are structured like clubs wherein the model offers youth choice in how they spend their time; provides rigorous instruction in sports, arts and youth leadership. NYC becomes the classroom through trips and opportunities for instruction beyond the traditional facilities. Programs are offered 3 hours each day, 5 days per week during the school year. Services are also offered during the summer months. This specific outreach operates under the SQPA umbrella through use of its facilities, programming and thought leaders. SQPA has strategically located service sites throughout Southern Queens and was constituted to actively combat the social issues that challenge or impact the quality of life in the geographic area in and around Jamaica, Queens. SQPA is not a part of the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation but is an anchor institution that serves as an intermediary, facilitator, organizer, advocate, provider, and sanctuary.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Group Leader will be responsible for providing direct support with homework assignments and academic services to meet the identified needs of students. Under the supervision of certified staff, you will work with small groups of students in content area instruction, notably English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Group Leaders also assist with physical education, visual and performing arts activities. While supporting students in identifying resources to complete assignments, the Group Leader is responsible for planning lessons, posting student learning objectives, implementing the assigned goals, and providing an interactive learning environment.

Primary Job Duties:

Provide general supervision of students during program operating times and ensures a safe environment. Keep all activities, equipment, and facilities clean, sanitized, safe, and in working order in compliance with program guidelines and procedures. Promote independent growth by encouraging critical thinking, facilitating research projects, working in partnerships, and collaborative groups. Communicate and encourage positive feedback on the students' progress towards academic excellence and accountability. Escorts students from one activity to another in an orderly manner. Plan and demonstrate strong knowledge of the curriculum and varied instructional methodologies when working collaboratively with the Educational Specialist or other identified staff to plan engaging lessons. Understands, articulates, and utilizes the DYCD core competencies in conjunction with instruction and planning. Participate in staff satisfaction surveys, evaluations, and reviews. Attends mandatory staff program training, meetings, and case conferences. Provide supervision, direction and feedback to program youth, support staff, interns, and volunteers. Maintains regular open communication with parents, staff, and direct supervisors; report any incidents and concerns to the Assistant Site Program Director and Site Program Director. Keep daily records of all inspections, uses, participants, and incidents for equipment and facilities. Perform other projects assigned at the discretion of the Assistant Site program Director and Site Program Director.

COMPENSATION

Part-time in-person role that will be paid $17 per hour.

Schedule:

Must be able to work weekdays & evenings. Approximately 15-20 hours per week Program operates 13 full days during the Academic Year where 7-8 hours is required those days

HOW TO APPLY

It is best to apply at the original listing located at https://sqpa.bamboohr.com/careers ... Please complete the application there and include all requested documents. Thank you.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.00 per hour Application Question(s): Why do you feel you would be a good fit for this role?

Work Location:

In person