FDC (Flatbush Development Corporation)

Group Leader- P.S 249 The Caton School

FDC (Flatbush Development Corporation)  •  $17/hr  •  Brooklyn, NY (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

ABOUT US:
Flatbush Development Corporation is a dynamic and community-focused organization dedicated to providing high-quality afterschool programs for youth in Brooklyn. Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Department of Health (DOH) and The Office of Children Services (OCFS).

ORGANIZATIONAL ROLE: 
  • Supervisor: Program Director  
  • Max Hours: 20 per week
  • Days: 5 per week, Monday – Friday 2:00 PM-6:00 PM 
  • Compensation: $17 – $17.50 per hour

The Group Leader plays a critical role in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive afterschool environment for participants in grades K–8. As the primary staff member responsible for daily group supervision, the Group Leader facilitates and supports activities, builds positive relationships, and ensures that all program components are delivered in alignment with DYCD, DOH, and NYCDOE guidelines. This position promotes youth development by fostering academic enrichment, social-emotional growth, and positive behavior, while maintaining a structured and nurturing atmosphere.

Participants Supervision
  • Supervising program participants at all times during program operation, in all locations where the program operates, including off-site trips;
  • Assisting in the safe and proper pick-up and delivery of participants from community schools, as assigned by the program director, and as applicable to specific programs.
Homework Assistance
  • Providing active homework assistance to ensure that all participants are engaged and supported during homework time.
Facilitation of Activities
  • Planning and implementing engaging academic enrichment and recreation activities that incorporate elements of literacy, STEAM,, youth development, and community service.
  • Preparing daily lesson plans and unit outlines, and using curricular material provided to facilitate activities.
  • Initiate guidance and support sessions with appropriate staff if materials are not clear.
  • Gathering all supplies and preparing the activity space.
  • Assisting teachers and activity specialists in the facilitation of lessons/activities by actively participating and encouraging participant involvement.
  • Creating and maintaining a supportive and safe environment by making sure activity spaces are clean and organized.
  • Following the program schedule and ensuring that all participants follow their schedules, unless told otherwise by the program supervisor.
Youth Development
  • Utilizing principles of positive youth development through use of behavior management and discipline techniques that foster social, emotional, and cognitive growth, and build self-esteem and responsibility in all participants.
  • Building positive relationships with and among participants and acting as a role model.
Professional Development:
  • Participating in meetings and workshops that enhance professional skills, as assigned by Program Director, including a minimum of 15 hours of training per year.
  • Working with Program Director, staff developers, and (as applicable) educational specialists to develop professional skills.
  • Applying skills and knowledge acquired in those trainings to improve program quality.
Program Procedures and Safety
  • Adhering to site-specific memoranda and program staff manual which includes staff and program specific requirements as prescribed by the NYS Child School Aged Child Care (SACC) Programs regulation proactively, making the provision of quality services and the safety and care of all children the primary focus.
  • Notifying supervisors of any behaviors that impede the provision of quality services and the safety of participants and staff. This includes the proactive reporting of incidents involving physical injury or emotional/social harm.
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED required; some college or coursework in education or youth development strongly preferred.
  • Experience working with school-age children (K–8) in afterschool, camp, or youth development settings.
  • Ability to lead activities, manage groups, and engage youth with diverse needs and backgrounds.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Must pass all required background checks, fingerprinting, and DOE clearance.
Flatbush Development Corporation, Inc, provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran by applicable federal, state and local laws.

FDC (Flatbush Development Corporation)

About FDC (Flatbush Development Corporation)

FDC is dedicated to meeting the needs of a diverse and vibrant Brooklyn. FDC identifies and responds to these needs by building partnerships, creating programs, and developing campaigns that promote enhanced quality of life, safety, equity, and preservation of our community.

People, businesses, and ideas come to Brooklyn to bloom and flourish! The diversity and commitment of our community create energy and passion for progress. FDC is the catalyst and agent of change that ensures that an enhanced quality of life and shared prosperity is a reality for all. We celebrate our history and we work to produce a future that is worthy of the rich traditions and strong roots that have supported our growth. By preserving our historic heritage and maintaining our beautiful landscape we connect our Victorian past to our multi-cultural present and future. By preserving affordable housing we maintain our unique place as the nation’s most diverse neighborhood, both ethnically and socio-economically. We continuously educate and empower youth and future generations to come. By creating and promoting intra-community events and activities that we all share in, we demonstrate that we can work together, live together and have fun together. Flatbush Development Corporation and the community as a whole work together toward the common good, towards a greater understanding of each other, with a mutual respect and shared accountability for all.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Brooklyn, New York
Year Founded
1975
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