What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Group Leader, Youth Program position at New American Association Of Massachusetts?
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Position Overview:
Summer Group Leaders are responsible for leading a group of children in a dynamic, culturally responsive summer program serving immigrant and refugee youth. Group Leaders create a structured, supportive, and engaging environment where students can build academic skills, strengthen English language development, and feel a strong sense of belonging. This role requires leadership, flexibility, and a commitment to supporting youth from diverse backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities:
Summer Group Leaders are responsible for leading a group of children in a dynamic, culturally responsive summer program serving immigrant and refugee youth. Group Leaders create a structured, supportive, and engaging environment where students can build academic skills, strengthen English language development, and feel a strong sense of belonging. This role requires leadership, flexibility, and a commitment to supporting youth from diverse backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily activities for a consistent group of students (e.g., K–2, 3–5, or middle/high school), including academic enrichment, literacy, arts, recreation, and social-emotional learning
- Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that affirms students’ cultures, identities, and experiences
- Support English language learners through clear communication, visual supports, and interactive activities
- Establish and maintain clear expectations, routines, and positive behavior management strategies
- Supervise students at all times, including during transitions, meals, outdoor activities and field trips
- Collaborate with teen staff to delegate tasks, model leadership, and support their development
- Communicate regularly with program leadership regarding student needs, concerns, and successes
- Track attendance and participate in any required documentation or reporting
- Participate in all staff trainings, meetings, and planning sessions
- Maintain organized, clean, and prepared classroom spaces
Qualifications:
- Experience working with children or youth (camp, school, afterschool, or community-based settings)
- Strong classroom management and group facilitation skills
- Ability to work effectively with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
- Reliable, organized, and able to take initiative
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred (but not required):
- Background in education, social work, or a related field
- Experience working with English language learners or newcomer students
- Bilingual or multilingual skills
Expectations:
- Consistent, reliable attendance and punctuality
- Active engagement and leadership throughout the program day
- Clear, proactive communication with supervisors and team members
- Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful, and youth-centered environment
- Flexibility and problem-solving in a fast-paced setting
Salary : $20