Lead Group Leader

Description

Position Title

Lead Group Leader

Department

Community Schools

Site/Location

Urban Scholars Community School

1180 Tinton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

Job Classification

Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Salary Range

$22/hr

Reports To

Program Director, Community Schools

MISSION STATEMENT

• East Side House cares for the individuals, families, and communities we serve by expanding opportunities to live
• more fulfilling lives through education, career, and supportive services.

Summary/ Objective

• East Side House (ESH) is a community resource in the Bronx and Northern Manhattan. We believe education is the
• key that enables all people to create economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families, and their
• community. ESH's afterschool program aligns with our mission by providing high-quality programs and services
• within community centers and school partnerships.
• Reporting to the Program Director, the Lead Group Leader is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the
• afterschool program while providing leadership to Group Leaders and ensuring the delivery of safe, engaging, and
• high-quality programming for elementary-aged youth. The Lead Group Leader serves as a role model for staff by
• coordinating daily program operations, maintaining accurate program records, supporting student engagement and
• retention, and ensuring compliance with East Side House and DOE program expectations. As a member of the
• Afterschool Leadership Team, the Lead Group Leader is expected to provide guidance, coaching, and day-to-day
• support to Group Leaders while fostering a collaborative, positive, and student-centered environment. This position
• does not provide formal supervision but offers daily operational leadership and direction to Group Leaders and
• Program Assistants and collaborates with school administration, Education Specialists, families, Human Resources,
• and other East Side House departments as needed. With a focus on program quality, youth development,
• compliance, and staff support, the Lead Group Leader ensures the successful implementation of daily programming
• and positive outcomes for participants.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Lead Group Leader will be responsible for, but not limited to,

the following

• Lead and model high-quality youth development practices while supporting the daily operation of the

afterschool program.

• Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and support to Group Leaders and Program Assistants, redirecting

staff as needed to ensure program expectations are met.

• Assist with coordinating daily staff assignments, classroom coverage, and transitions throughout the

program day.

• Plan, facilitate, and support educational, recreational, literacy, STEM, leadership, arts, and enrichment

activities.

• Develop and implement lesson plans and ensure program activities align with East Side House objectives.
• Prepare daily dismissal procedures and ensure students are dismissed safely according to agency and school

protocols.

• Complete and maintain the weekly snack roster and ensure accurate snack distribution records.
• Update student attendance and enrollment rosters monthly and maintain accurate participant records

within agency reporting systems.

• Monitor daily attendance, follow up on absences, and conduct family outreach to improve attendance and

participant retention.

• Assist with participant recruitment and community outreach efforts to maintain enrollment goals.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, school personnel, and community

partners.

• Support homework assistance and provide academic intervention when needed.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment while implementing positive behavior

management strategies.

• Inspect classrooms, supplies, and equipment daily to ensure cleanliness, organization, and safety.
• Ensure compliance with all East Side House, DOE, and DOH policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Assist the Program Director with collecting required documentation, maintaining compliance records, and

preparing reports.

• Participate in supervision meetings, staff meetings, professional development, and all required trainings.
• Assist with implementing emergency procedures and ensuring staff are familiar with emergency protocols.
• Provide coverage during staff absences and support special events, family engagement activities, field trips,

and program-wide initiatives.

• Travel to East Side House program locations throughout New York City as needed.
• Wear the required East Side House staff uniform while on duty.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
• responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at
• any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• To perform this position successfully, the Lead Group Leader must be able to fulfill all the elements of the job
• description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy and collaborative work

environment. Additional qualifications include

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Human

Services, Child Development, or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with elementary-aged youth in an afterschool, school,

camp, or community-based program.

• Previous experience serving in a leadership or senior staff role within a youth development program

preferred.

• Demonstrated experience supporting program operations, attendance tracking, family engagement, and

staff coordination.

• Strong classroom management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in racially, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse communities.

Competencies

• Leadership and Team Building
• Youth Development
• Communication Proficiency
• Coaching and Staff Support
• Classroom and Behavior Management
• Organization and Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Conflict Resolution
• Customer Service and Family Engagement
• Cultural Competence
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Ethical Conduct

Clearance

• DOE and DOH must clear employees to work at this ESH site. Employment is contingent upon successful completion
• of clearance and background checks and/or screenings.

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position provides day-to-day leadership, guidance, and operational support to Group Leaders and Program
• Assistants. While the Lead Group Leader does not directly supervise staff performance evaluations, they assist the
• Program Director in monitoring staff performance, providing coaching, coordinating daily assignments, and
• ensuring program expectations are met.

Physical Demands

• This role may involve occasional lifting or moving of items up to 25 pounds and routine use of standard office
• equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
• essential functions.

Expected Work Schedule

• The work schedule expected for this position is Monday – Friday from 2pm – 6pm, beginning in October 2026 and
• ending in June 2027. The schedule may be adjusted based on ESH’s operational needs, with notice provided
• whenever possible

EEO Statement

• East Side House (ESH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages individuals with disabilities, and
• veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
• sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.