Summer Rising Group Leaders

Reports To: Senior Program Director and/or Program Director

Program: Summer Rising

Location: M.S. 584X- New Pathways Academy

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Status: Part-Time. Eligible for NY Safe and Sick Leave

Schedule: Monday-Thursday; 2:30pm-6:00pm & Alternating Fridays; 8:00am-6:00pm

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Pay Rate: $18-$24/HR (commensurate with experience)

WHAT WE DO

We believe in the Power of Art. LEAP partners with school communities to offer creative arts programs that encourage New York City youth to pursue their passions, develop their strengths, and amplify their voices.

At LEAP, we're building the next generation of life long learners and innovative problem-solvers. Supported by adults who they trust and opportunities to express themselves, youth will grow to become confident and successful leaders. The LEAP instructional model, The LEAP way, is focused on high-quality educational arts programs with intentional strategies to foster this change.

SUMMER RISING PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Group Leaders participate in the following Summer Rising program schedule:

Staff Training Week: Monday, June 23, 2025 - Friday, June 27, 2025; 2:00pm-6:00pm
Program: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - Friday, August 8, 2025
- Mondays - Thursdays; 2:30pm-6:00pm (afternoon)
- alternating Fridays 8am-6pm

JOB PURPOSE

Group Leaders are dynamic youth workers committed to working with the program team to deliver high quality, academically aligned arts, performance arts, sports, and/or STEM instruction to elementary, middle, or high school youth from the framework of positive youth development and social emotional literacy. This is a wonderful opportunity if you love working with children, in afterschool programs, summer programs and special projects.

Group Leaders assist Teaching Artists and Activity Specialists in all areas of programming from helping to maintain the safety and security of the children during program time, assisting in facilitating groups, following lesson plans as well as following the program’s administrative procedures and policies. Support other staff members by helping to ensure a safe, positive, and organized environment for youth participants, but not limited to the following:

Support activity projects and events as designed by Director, Teaching Artists, and Activity Specialists, through classroom management, hands-on participation, and youth engagement
Supervise youth participants to ensure a safe and fun environment
Assist with program setup
Accompany participants on field trips within the city, ensuring safe transportation procedures
Build a positive relationship with each after-school participant and foster positive connections between participants
Attend regular staff meetings and trainings and work cooperatively with other staff members in the program
Conduct oneself as a professional and representative of the agency with school staff, parents, children, and anyone else with whom you come into contact in your role
Works with site leadership to identify participants who may require additional assistance

The successful candidate will have the following Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED is required
Minimum 1 year of experience working with children and/or youth in a professional setting
Strong ability to form and maintain positive, professional relationships with children, youth, families, and other stakeholders
Responsible; punctual; organized & demonstrate positive communication skills
Able to set an example in all areas, including timeliness, attendance, and professionalism
Able to relate to officials, staff and public in a courteous manner
Comfortable navigating public spaces while ensuring youth safety
Willing to complete all mandated clearance paperwork for New York State and City

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Pre-employment screening is required for this position, including but not limited to a criminal history check by the NYC Department of Education, and other regulating agencies as needed per placement.

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LEAP provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability status, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Please note: In accordance with organizational policy, LEAP does not sponsor individuals on O-1 visas.

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