Afterschool Group Leader

Job overview

The Afterschool Group Leader role is onsite in Jamaica, NY, with a stated salary of $47,000 per year. Homes for the Homeless operates family shelters in New York City and provides onsite programs for families and local community members. The group leader supervises children and youth ages 5–16 and delivers structured, engaging activities that support safety, participation, and enrichment for families served by the organization.

What you'll do

• Manage the classroom and directly supervise children and youth
• develop and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities
• organize and supervise field trips, games, and sporting events
• lead arts and crafts
• assist with fairs, holiday celebrations, and theatrical plays
• and maintain flexibility for occasional evening and weekend events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

afterschool group leader

youth activities

child supervision

lesson planning

arts and crafts

field trips

jamaica ny

homes for the homeless

$47k salary

health insurance

403(b)

commuter benefits

paid holidays

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, employer-funded 403(b), commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, three weeks vacation, 10 sick days, three personal days, and 12 paid holidays.

Why this role

The role supports afterschool programming at a Families with Children facility in Queens.

About the employer

HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.