Overview

After School Group LeaderAt Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring an After School Group Leader situated within the Youth Education Services Department. The Youth Education Services Department provides safe, engaging, and enriching afterschool programs that promote academic success, social-emotional development, youth leadership, and overall well-being for children and families. The individual hired as an After School Group Leader will create a positive and inclusive learning environment by supervising students, facilitating engaging activities, providing academic support, and fostering meaningful relationships that encourage youth development and participation. This role plays an essential part in delivering high-quality programming while ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.This role reports directly to the Assistant Program Director and Program Director.Role ResponsibilitiesAgency Expectations:Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.Role Expectations: Youth Supervision & Development:Supervise & Support: Provide active supervision of students from Kindergarten through Eighth grade, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging program environmentAcademic Support: Provide homework assistance and encourage positive study habits while supporting students' academic success.Program Facilitation: Plan and facilitate engaging educational, recreational, and enrichment activities aligned with the program schedule and site plan.Positive Youth Development: Model respectful behavior, reinforce program expectations, and use positive behavior management strategies to support student success.Guide Transitions: Safely supervise and support students as they transition between activities, maintaining structure and engagement throughout the program.Program Operations:Program Administration: Complete daily attendance and assist with required program documentation accurately and on time.Communication & Reporting: Promptly communicate participant concerns, behavioral issues, injuries, or program-related concerns to the Program Director or Assistant Program Director. Assist with completing incident reports and required documentation as needed.Maintain Program Spaces: Help organize, prepare, and maintain activity spaces and materials to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.Program Quality & Collaboration:Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with program staff to ensure consistent implementation of daily programming and operations.Embed SEL: Incorporate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) into daily programming through check-ins, reflection activities, positive behavior modeling, and relationship building. Elevate concerns appropriately and collaborate with supervisors and mental heal