High School Dance Club Leader- After School Program

Woodcraft Rangers•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Woodcraft Rangers is seeking passionate individuals to join their after-school program as Club Leaders. This role involves guiding young people aged TK-12, fostering their growth, and helping them explore pathways to purposeful lives. The organization has a long history in Los Angeles, focusing on a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. They offer a variety of expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, summer learning, early learning, environmental and social justice initiatives, college access, and inclusion services. Woodcraft Rangers serves over 30,000 youth annually across numerous schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties.

Requirements

Knowledge and experience working in expanded learning programs or youth recreational facilities.
Minimum High School Diploma or GED (AA Degree in Child Development or a related field preferred); prior experience working with groups of K-12 students in an academic or recreational setting preferred.
Work well with young children and/or youth.
Good oral and written communication.
Computer literacy and willingness to learn.
Valid LIVE Scan, TB Clearance, and CPR Certification
Must successfully pass an assessment test evaluating skills in math, reading comprehension, and spelling.

Nice To Haves

AA Degree in Child Development or a related field preferred
Prior experience working with groups of K-12 students in an academic or recreational setting preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure students are in a safe environment (physically and emotionally).
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity for all program participants, staff, and families.
Develop and lead age-appropriate program activities that are FUN, engaging and aligned with whole-child approach (social emotional learning, skill building, self-esteem, leadership, etc.).
Monitor participant attendance and engagement to ensure participants are present and actively engaged in program activities.
Build positive relationships with program participants, colleagues, and all stakeholders.
Collaborate with colleagues and supervisor to develop culminating activities or events that showcase all participants work and accomplishments.
Request required materials in a timely manner so Site Coordinator can ensure materials are available when needed and within budget.
Comply with all applicable safety requirements and emergency protocols, including, up to date on all trainings and required certifications.
May be required to attend off-site field trips.
Maintain and submit student attendance daily.
Participate in staff development trainings as required, approximately 15 hours spread out over multiple weekends/intersessional days throughout the spring.
Other related duties as assigned.