Summer Group Leader,Youth Program Job Lynn area,Massachusetts USA,Education / Teaching

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:

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, after school, 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

Summer Group Leader, Youth Program