Group Leader - Afterschool Program bei New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL)

We hire for this role in Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Manhattan. 

Openings vary across 30+ sites throughout the school year. Our complete list is at nyjtl.org/aces-sites

About New York Junior Tennis & Learning

For over fifty years, New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) has honored its founder Arthur Ashe’s legacy by celebrating the diversity of children, encouraging them to reach their highest potential through free tennis and academic programs. NYJTL is the largest provider of youth tennis and education programs in the nation, providing services in 100 unique sites across all five boroughs while reaching nearly 90,000 kids. In addition, NYJTL designed, funded (with NYC), built and operates the Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning in the South Bronx. All NYJTL community tennis and after school programs are offered at no cost to its participants.

The mission of NYJTL is to develop the character of young people through tennis and education for a lifetime of success on and off the court. It believes life skills gained through tennis, academics, healthy living, and character development are a catalyst for long-term achievement.

Position Summary

Group Leaders play a key role in supporting and mentoring students daily. They manage up to 30 children, lead activities (tennis and non-tennis), and help create a positive, engaging environment. No tennis experience required!

We’re looking for motivated, organized individuals who are passionate about youth development and can manage groups effectively. Familiarity with DYCD and DOH guidelines is a plus.

Core Responsibilities 

• Supervise and mentor up to 30 students daily

• Lead and assist with enrichment and recreational activities (no tennis experience required!)

• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment

• Support special events and off-site trips

• Participate in professional development opportunities 

Qualifications:  

• High school diploma or equivalent required 

• At least 1 year of experience working with K–8 youth

• Must be available for the full school year program 

  • 2025–2026 school year 

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 
• Schedule vary between 2:00pm - 6:00pm depending on school day dismissal time  
• Elementary & Middle School Locations   

Salary

• $16.00- $18.00 / Hourly 

Please click "Apply" below or visit our careers page at nyjtl.org to complete an application. Thank you! 

NYJTL values the diversity of the people we hire and inspire. Diversity at our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We center equity in all our work and in our hiring practices.