After School College & Career Mentor - High School

Woodcraft Rangers•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Woodcraft Rangers is seeking passionate individuals to join their After School Program as College & Career Mentors for High School students. This role involves providing guidance and support to youth as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. Woodcraft Rangers has a long history in Los Angeles, dating back to 1922, and is dedicated to developing young people holistically through its Woodcraft Way framework. The organization offers a variety of expanded learning programs, including college access and career advancement initiatives, serving over 30,000 youth annually across multiple counties.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience working with High School children in school or recreational settings.
Working knowledge of the college admissions process, including A-G requirements, college applications, financial aid, and pathways such as community college, and direct entry to the workforce.
Skilled at explaining complex topics clearly and facilitating workshops, discussions, and team-building activities, such as resume writing, interview prep, and goal setting, in an engaging, age-appropriate manner.
Comfortable working one-on-one and with small groups, adapting instruction and facilitation to different learning styles and skill levels.
Ability to follow structured college and career readiness plans and provided curricula while delivering individualized guidance.
Patient, encouraging, and committed to fostering a positive, inclusive environment built on integrity, responsibility, and teamwork.
Experience supporting students with intellectual/development disabilities and understanding of inclusive practices and various disabilities.
Valid FBI & DOJ Livescan clearance.
Current TB Test clearance.
Must successfully pass an assessment evaluating skills in Math, Reading Comprehension, and Spelling.

Nice To Haves

Associate, Bachelor's degree, or current enrollment in a related field (Education, Mathematics, Science, Engineering, or similar), preferred.
Experience in college access, college and career advising, workforce development, or career exploration programs, preferred.
Experience with mentoring, advising, tutoring, teaching, or youth leadership (education, nonprofit, or youth programs) preferred.
First Aid & CPR certification (can be provided by Woodcraft Rangers).
CPI Certification (can be provided by Woodcraft Rangers).

Responsibilities

Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all program participants, staff, and families — both physically and emotionally.
Provide college and career mentorship support for High School students, including college exploration and applications, financial aid, career exploration, resume building, interview skills, and life skills.
Work one-on-one or in small groups with High School students, explaining complex topics such as the college application process, financial aid, and career pathways in a clear, engaging, and age-appropriate manner.
Track daily attendance and participant engagement, ensuring active involvement in program activities.
Build positive relationships with participants, colleagues, and stakeholders.
Partner with colleagues and your supervisor to plan culminating events that showcase participants' work and achievements, such as college and career fairs, career panels, and showcases.
Request materials ahead of time so the Site Coordinator can keep supplies stocked and on budget.
Stay current on safety protocols, trainings, and certifications, and follow all emergency procedures.
Attend off-site field trips, including college campus visits and workplace tours, and staff development trainings as required (~15 hours across weekends/intersessional days in spring).
Report to the Site Coordinator and Program Manager on assigned duties.
Perform other related duties as assigned.