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.