After-School Program Leader – Cerritos

Woodcraft Rangers•Cerritos, CA

3d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Woodcraft Rangers is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as After-School Program Leaders (Club Leaders). This role involves guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives through expanded learning programs. The organization has a long history of serving youth in the Los Angeles area and is committed to a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. They offer TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning, serving over 30,000 youth annually across various counties.

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 a willingness to learn new technologies and systems.
Must successfully pass an assessment evaluating math, reading comprehension, and spelling skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in expanded learning programs, after-school programs, or youth recreation settings.
An Associate's Degree in Child Development or a related field.
Previous experience working with K-12 students in academic, recreational, or youth development settings.

Responsibilities

Ensuring a fun and positive learning environment for participants.
Supporting clubs of approximately 20 children.
Fostering a safe and supportive environment for students, both physically and emotionally.
Promoting an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful culture that values diversity among participants, staff, and families.
Planning and leading fun, engaging, age-appropriate activities that support whole-child development, including social-emotional learning, skill building, self-confidence, and leadership.
Monitoring student attendance and participation to ensure consistent engagement in program activities.
Building and maintaining positive relationships with students, colleagues, families, and other stakeholders.
Collaborating with fellow staff and supervisors to plan culminating events and activities that celebrate participants' achievements and accomplishments.
Requesting program materials in a timely manner to ensure availability and adherence to budget guidelines.
Complying with all safety procedures, emergency protocols, required trainings, and certification requirements.
Participating in off-site field trips as needed.
Maintaining accurate student attendance records and submitting them daily.
Attending required professional development and staff training sessions, totaling approximately 15 hours throughout the spring and scheduled across weekends and intersession days.
Working closely with the Site Coordinator and Program Manager to fulfill assigned responsibilities and support program goals.
Performing other related duties as assigned.