Percussions After-School Program Leader – Hawthorne

Woodcraft Rangers•Hawthorne, CA

5d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Woodcraft Rangers is hiring an After-School Program Leader (Club Leader) in Hawthorne, California. Club Leaders support an enjoyable, positive learning environment for a club of approximately 20 children. The role focuses on teaching percussion skills through engaging, age-appropriate lessons using materials and instruments provided by Woodcraft Rangers, and leading activities that support participants’ whole-child development. The position is part-time, with a schedule of 20–25 hours per week; shifts vary by location, and availability is required Monday through Friday from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Program hours of operation vary by location and run from 1:00 PM to 5:00 or 6:00 PM. The role reports to the Site Coordinator and works closely with the Site Coordinator and Program Manager. It may include off-site field trips and approximately 15 hours of required professional development and staff training during the spring, scheduled across weekends and intersession days.

Requirements

Availability Monday through Friday, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to work effectively with children and youth.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn new technologies and systems.
Must successfully pass an assessment evaluating math, reading comprehension, and spelling skills.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including frequent standing; regular use of hands; frequent talking, hearing, and reaching; and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in expanded learning programs, after-school programs, or youth recreation settings.
Associate’s degree in Child Development or a related field.
Previous experience working with K–12 students in academic, recreational, or youth development settings.
Detail-oriented, energetic, ambitious, proactive, and positive approach.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, multitask, and maintain attention to detail.
Comfort presenting and speaking in front of staff and peers during in-person training.

Responsibilities

Teach youth percussion skills through engaging, age-appropriate lessons using materials and instruments provided by Woodcraft Rangers.
Foster a safe and supportive environment for students, physically and emotionally.
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful culture that values diversity among participants, staff, and families.
Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate percussion activities that support social-emotional learning, skill building, self-confidence, and leadership.
Monitor student attendance and participation to support consistent engagement in program activities.
Build and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, families, and other stakeholders.
Collaborate with fellow staff and supervisors to plan culminating events and activities celebrating participants’ achievements.
Request program materials in a timely manner while adhering to budget guidelines.
Comply with safety procedures, emergency protocols, required trainings, and certification requirements.
Participate in off-site field trips as needed.
Maintain accurate student attendance records and submit them daily.
Attend required professional development and staff training sessions, totaling approximately 15 hours throughout the spring and scheduled across weekends and intersession days.
Work closely with the Site Coordinator and Program Manager to fulfill assigned responsibilities and support program goals.
Perform other related duties as assigned.