After-School Program Leader – Echo Park

Woodcraft Rangers•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$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 aged TK-12 through purposeful lives by providing engaging expanded learning programs. Woodcraft Rangers has a long history in Los Angeles, focusing on holistic youth development and community impact. The organization offers a variety of programs including before and after school, specialty enrichment, summer learning, early learning, environmental and social justice initiatives, college access, and inclusion services for youth with disabilities. They also provide a college and career advancement program called Lifecraft for their staff. Woodcraft Rangers serves over 30,000 youth annually across numerous Title I schools in California.

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.
Frequent standing is required during working hours.
Regular use of hands for various tasks, such as operating a computer and handling objects, is essential.
Frequently required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
Planning and leading fun, engaging, age-appropriate activities that support whole-child development.
Monitoring student attendance and participation.
Building and maintaining positive relationships with students, colleagues, families, and other stakeholders.
Collaborating with staff and supervisors to plan culminating events and activities.
Requesting program materials in a timely manner.
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.
Working closely with the Site Coordinator and Program Manager to fulfill assigned responsibilities and support program goals.
Performing other related duties as assigned.