Junior Rangers Leader - After School Program

Woodcraft Rangers•Moreno Valley, CA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth is innately good, deserves the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path. Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. In the past few years, Woodcraft has expanded its menu of services beyond traditional afterschool programs and summer camps to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, we offer Lifecraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately 1,500 staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than 30,000 youth ages 4 to 18 each year across 160 plus Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, and continues to expand its reach. Junior Rangers Leaders are responsible for ensuring a fun and positive learning environment for TK and Junior Rangers and will support clubs of up to 10 participants. Junior Rangers Leaders have the opportunity to grow, connect, play and have the greatest impact on their participants’ experience. Junior Rangers Leaders are enthusiastic, and love to learn and work with young people in an outdoor setting! Other support members of the team include a Site Coordinator, who oversees the program and a Community Liaison who supports the Site Coordinator.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
FBI & DOJ Livescan clearance
TB Test clearance
First Aid & CPR certification (provided by WR)
Work well with young children and/or youth
Good oral and written communication
Computer literacy and willingness to learn
6 months 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 test evaluating skills in math, reading comprehension, and spelling
For ABC Unified School District (Cerritos) Candidates ONLY - 48+ College Units or ABC Unified Paraeducator Test Completion

Nice To Haves

Detail-oriented
Energetic
Ambitious
Proactive
Positive
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Multi-tasking and attention to detail must be strengths
Comfortable to present and speak in front of staff and peers during in-person training

Responsibilities

Ensuring a fun and positive learning environment for TK and Junior Rangers
Supporting clubs of up to 10 participants
Ensuring students are always in a safe environment (physical and emotional)
Promoting an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity for all program participants, staff, and families
Developing and leading age-appropriate program activities that are FUN, engaging and aligned with whole-child approach (social emotional learning, skill building, self-esteem, leadership, etc.)
Monitoring participant attendance and engagement to ensure participants are present and actively engaged in program activities
Building positive relationships with program participants, colleagues, and all stakeholders
Collaborating with colleagues and supervisor to develop culminating activities or events that showcase all participants work and accomplishments
Requesting required materials in a timely manner so Site Coordinator can ensure materials are available when needed and within budget
Complying 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
Participating in staff development training, as required, approximately 15 hours spread out over multiple weekends/intersessional days throughout the spring
Accountable to the Site Coordinator and Program Manager for assigned duties
Other related duties as assigned