PROGRAM SUMMARY
CPC School Age Child Care (SACC) programs are after school and summer programs that serve approximately students from grades K-5 each year (ages 5-12). The goal of the program is to support students in all learning areas including intellectual, academic, physical, social and emotional growth. The program offers creative and structured activities to strengthen participants’ academic skills and incorporates the disciplines of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in a variety of projects, as well as art and physical activities. SACC Programs generally operate on weekdays from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm, with possible evenings, weekends, and school holidays.
JOB SUMMARY
The Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is seeking dynamic and dedicated Group Leaders to join our afterschool programs at the following sites:
- PS 160 – 5105 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
- PS 255 – 1866 E 17th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Group Leaders are responsible for creating safe, engaging, and structured learning environments that support the academic and social development of elementary-aged children. Working under the supervision of the Program Director and Site Supervisor and in collaboration with the Education Specialist, Group Leaders are critical to the success of daily program operations and positive youth outcomes.
We are looking for candidates who are willing to learn, open to feedback, and demonstrate a growth mindset in their work with children and colleagues.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate, aligned to Common Core Standards, and designed to promote academic, recreational, and social-emotional learning.
- Facilitate daily activities in core subjects such as Math and English Language Arts, as well as Science, Social Studies, and cultural enrichment.
- Maintain active supervision of children at all times to ensure a safe and supportive environment; respond appropriately to behavioral concerns and medical needs.
- Document student attendance, behavior incidents, and classroom observations in accordance with CPC policies and program requirements.
- Foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative classroom culture that reflects CPC’s values and supports youth development.
- Collaborate effectively with program peers, site supervisors, school staff, and CPC leadership.
- Ensure classrooms are organized, well-maintained, and stocked with necessary instructional and recreational materials.
- Attend required trainings, meetings, and professional development sessions.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director or Site Supervisor to support overall program operations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of two years of experience working with elementary-aged children in a structured educational, recreational, or youth development setting.
- Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing engaging lesson plans and structured group activities.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong classroom management and behavioral guidance skills, with an understanding of child development and age-appropriate practices.
- Knowledge of positive youth development principles.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
- Willingness to learn and grow in the role, including participating in training, accepting feedback, and building new skills.
- Demonstrated growth mindset and openness to reflective practice.
- Social and emotional maturity, reliability, and professionalism.
- Bilingual language proficiency preferred:
- PS 160: Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese, Fujianese)
- PS 255: Russian, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), or Spanish
- Commitment to CPC’s mission of empowering immigrant and low-income communities and fostering culturally responsive, inclusive programming.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW
- $18.50 – $23.00 per hour based on candidate’s educational background; 17.5 hours per week through June 2026
- CPC offers eligible temporary staff members mandatory benefits, including paid New York State sick time
HOW TO APPLY
Interested individuals should submit their resume, along with a cover letter addressed to Mary Cheng and Ashley Huang, when applying online via CPC’s website: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/jobs or selected online job boards. Candidates should indicate which location they would like to be considered for. All documents should be submitted as one single file. Applicants may reach out to careers@cpc-nyc.org with any questions or further inquiries.
CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
