We are currently looking for youth workers to staff our special education after-school program across multiple locations throughout Queens. Salary is based on experience. Strong preference for candidates that can commit to five (5) days a week, for the hours of 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm. Some extended hours and occasional weekend opportunities are available.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB:
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Supervise children between the ages of 5 and 14 years old.
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Administrative duties include completing and monitoring daily attendance sheets.
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Planning and implementing daily activities and programming.
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Responsible for maintaining classroom space in an organized and clean fashion.
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Chaperone youth from one activity to another, including arrivals and departures.
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Working collectively and communicating with all peers, classroom staff, floor supervisor, and program director.
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Attend youth worker training sessions and staff meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Application open to all ages (including high-school-aged students).
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Excellent communication skills. Must be friendly, engaging and patient with children, peers, and families.
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Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
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Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize daily workload.
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Demonstrate cultural competency through familiarity in working with people from a very diverse number of backgrounds.
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Must have excellent interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills.
JOB DETAILS:
Salary: $16-$17/hour (commiserate by experience)
Approximate Start Date: ASAP
Days: Monday–Friday
Hours: 19 Hours/Week (2:00 pm – 6:00 pm)
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To Apply: Please email your résumé with a cover letter, as a PDF or Word Document only, to jobs@commonpointqueens.org. Please indicate “After-School Youth Worker” in the subject line of the email.