Group Leader - HANAC, Inc.

HANAC, Inc. – originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee – is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.

The Group Leader will be an experienced and energetic individual who will provide supervision to the after-school classes and support the program and curricula. The Group Leader will facilitate activities including but not limited to homework help, art and crafts, sports, health and fitness, nutrition, dance, and STEM education.

Work Location: HANAC COMPASS PS2; 21-15 75th Street, East Elmhurst, NY 11370.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday between the hours 2:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. School Year (September to June).

Pay rate: $17.50 per hour

Essential functions and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Supervise, participate in, and administer recreational activities for youth, and families.
• Provide a safe and fun environment for participants in the After-School Program.
• Assisting in the implementation of a variety of age-appropriate and theme-related activities.
• Provides homework assistance for all students in the homework sessions and guide them in academic growth.
• Assist with the distribution and collection of parent surveys.
• Work cooperatively with peers, professional staff, and other departments.
• Assist program administration with maintaining accurate program documentation (incident, accident, and behavioral reports, attendance, and sign-in/ sign-out sheets).
• Consult with the Program Director when difficult or unfamiliar situations arise.
• Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Will maintain a close relationship and report to the Program Director for delegated tasks and future assignments.
• Complete all job-related tasks and uses program time effectively during scheduled work hours.

Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have or be currently pursuing a Degree/Paraprofessional Certification in the field of Education. 
• DOE Fieldwork experience and/or placement is preferred.

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