Perris

Woodcraft Rangers•Moreno Valley, CA

6d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Junior Rangers Leaders provide a fun, safe, and positive learning environment for TK and Kindergarten participants in clubs of up to 10 students. This hands-on, on-site role involves working with young children in a school-based or outdoor setting and coordinating with a Site Coordinator and Community Liaison. The position is part-time and non-exempt, scheduled for 15–20 hours per week, with shifts varying by location. Occasional required trainings may take place in the evenings or on weekends, and staff development training totals approximately 15 hours across multiple weekends and intersessional days during the spring. The hourly range is $21.50–$25.70, based on experience and qualifications. Woodcraft Rangers provides TK–12 expanded learning programs, including before- and after-school programs, specialty enrichment, summer learning, early learning, environmental and social justice programs, college access, and inclusion services. Its mission is to guide young people toward purposeful lives through inclusive, youth-led programming rooted in the Woodcraft Way. The organization serves more than 30,000 young people ages 4 to 18 each year across more than 150 Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, energetic, ambitious, proactive, and positive; able to work independently and collaboratively; and comfortable presenting to staff and peers during in-person training. They should be enthusiastic about working with young children. Woodcraft Rangers offers sick time, access to its free LifeCraft college and career advancement program, and opportunities for upward mobility through a promote-from-within culture.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months of experience supervising a group of early education-aged children in a school or recreational setting, or 6 units in early education or child development.
Must successfully pass an assessment evaluating math, reading comprehension, and spelling skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Computer literacy and willingness to learn new tools.
First Aid and CPR certification; certification is provided by Woodcraft Rangers.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an expanded learning, afterschool, or youth development setting.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Ensure students are always in a physically and emotionally safe environment.
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity among participants, staff, and families.
Develop and lead age-appropriate, engaging activities aligned with a whole-child approach, including social-emotional learning, skill building, self-esteem, and leadership.
Monitor participant attendance and engagement to ensure students are present and actively participating.
Build positive relationships with participants, colleagues, and stakeholders.
Collaborate with colleagues and the supervisor to develop culminating activities or events showcasing participants’ work and accomplishments.
Request required materials in a timely manner so the Site Coordinator can ensure they are available within budget.
Follow applicable safety requirements and emergency protocols, and maintain required trainings and certifications.
Attend off-site field trips when required.
Participate in required staff development training, approximately 15 hours across multiple weekends and intersessional days during the spring.
Remain accountable to the Site Coordinator and Program Manager for assigned duties.
Perform other related duties as assigned.