Group Leader - Summer Position - PS 134 (50530)

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Group Leader - PS 134 Summer Position

University Settlement partners with 40,000 New Yorkers on the Lower East Side and in Brooklyn every year to build on their strengths as they achieve healthy, stable, and remarkable lives.

For over 130 years, we’ve collaborated with our neighbors to pioneer highly effective programs that fight poverty and systemic inequality.

Established in 1886 as the first Settlement House in the United States, we bring the values of that movement into the 21st century by meeting New Yorkers where they live, listening deeply to all perspectives, engaging with every individual holistically, and creating space for people to organize.

Joining together with our neighbors to advocate for justice and equality, we help build community strength.

We work with New Yorkers of all ages. We infuse a commitment to civic engagement, equity, and communal action into each of our programs, which include early childhood education, mental health and wellness, benefits assistance and eviction prevention, adult literacy and education, healthy aging, community, and recreation centers, performing and visual arts, and youth development.

Responsibilities :

Create and lead engaging activities for up to 20 youth, ensuring safety and comfort of students throughout program

Design and implement lesson plans for multidisciplinary activities using knowledge of positive youth development and incorporating student feedback throughout the school year

Ensure that academic assistance is provided during homework period

Plan and involve children in a range of multidisciplinary activities, design and implement thematic based lessons

Serve as a positive role model for youth and uphold professional behavior at all times

Work constructively with co-counselor and other colleagues; communicate regularly with supervisory staff

Communicate with parents and caregivers regarding student progress and problem solving

Maintain responsibility for designated program supplies and proper use of all facilities, including classrooms

Complete all necessary documentation and administrative tasks

Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor(s)

Qualifications :

HS Diploma or HSE required, current enrollment in college is a plus

Experience working with middle and high school population

Ability to commit for the entire school year

Must be over 18 years old

Highly energetic, dynamic, and positive

Work Schedule : Summer, Monday - Friday, 35 hours a week

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to our organization.

We are an equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.