Group Leader/AmeriCorps - Activity Specialist @ PS 516 at CENTER FOR FAMILY LIFE IN SUNSET PARK INC

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

18000.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Literacy Activities, Teamwork, Communication, Social-Emotional Learning, Arts Integration, Group Management, Curriculum Development, Physical Activities, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Flexibility, Enthusiasm, Cultural Sensitivity, Positive Relationships, Administrative Tasks

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description JOB TITLE: Group Leader/AmeriCorps - Activity Specialist @ PS 516 EXEMPTION: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Program Director SUPERVISES: N/A WHO WE ARE Center for Family Life in Sunset Park (CFL) (https://centerforfamilylife.org), is a nationally recognized social service organization. CFL's mission is to promote positive outcomes for children and adults in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, by providing a comprehensive range of neighborhood-based family and social services. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To create, implement, and facilitate age-appropriate literacy activities for after-school participants (K-5th) as part of a multidisciplinary team. I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to Develop and implement engaging lessons that integrate literacy skills, social-emotional learning, and the arts Design activities that promote teamwork, communication, and experimentation in large and small group settings Create interactive/hands-on activities to keep participants engaged Utilize thoughtful group-management skills (restorative processes instead of punitive discipline) in a non-traditional classroom setting Contribute to the planning and execution of special events, staff development training, and other community-building activities Attend weekly professional development meetings Provide daily program support as needed, including but not limited to: supervising transitions, cleaning shared spaces, organizing materials, and assisting with administrative tasks. Create curriculum and lead age-appropriate gross motor and physical activities for elementary school-aged children in a NYC Public School after-school and summer camp-based program. Prepare and print up-to-date lesson plans for each activity. II. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree preferred Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Experience creating and facilitating literacy-based lesson plans for elementary-aged students Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Flexibility and ability to work well as a member of a team of different disciplines (artists, teachers, young adult staff) Interested in managing and creating positive experiences for groups of youth, including participants with special needs and challenging behaviors Enthusiasm Demonstrated ability to maintain a high energy level III. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS Build and maintain positive working relationships and daily interactions with participants, volunteers, co-workers, and supervisors Engage in discussions and training regarding receiving/providing information, discussing arising issues, explaining or interpreting guidelines/instructions, and instructing Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization. Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change Forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families. Maintain contact as needed with participants’ families, school personnel, and external community groups to co-exist in the same space Follow agency policies designed to promote personal/professional boundaries IV. WORKING CONDITIONS Be comfortable managing ongoing projects in addition to day-to-day tasks Actively engage and interact with children each day May be required to be active by walking, bending, standing, squatting, or sitting on the floor with children May be required to transport equipment to set up activities Be comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. May be exposed to all weather conditions and might be required to work in various temperatures to facilitate activities in various locations inside and outside of the school building Adhere to agency dress code daily (CFL T-shirt and clothing/shoes that allow you to move comfortably) V. BENEFITS Participation in the Americorps program Flexible Scheduling to complete 900 Americorps service hours in 36 weeks The total annual Living Allowance is $18,000. Bi-weekly Living Allowance is $1000.00 before taxes. Receive the Segal Educational Award for national service upon successful completion of the program. The Educational Award for successful completion of a 900-hour term is $3,697.50

Responsibilities

The Group Leader/AmeriCorps Activity Specialist is responsible for creating and implementing engaging literacy activities for K-5th grade students. This role involves facilitating teamwork and communication through interactive activities and managing group dynamics in a non-traditional classroom setting.