Visual Arts Specialist

Woodcraft Rangers•Moreno Valley, CA

34d•Hybrid

About The Position

Woodcraft Rangers, a non-profit organization founded in 1922, is dedicated to guiding young people toward purposeful lives through a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. They provide TK-12 expanded learning programs, including after-school, summer learning, early learning, environmental and social justice initiatives, college access, and inclusion services for youth with disabilities. Woodcraft Rangers serves over 30,000 youth annually across Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties. The organization is seeking a passionate Visual Arts Specialist with a strong specialization in dance (folklórico, hip-hop, modern, and related styles) to join their team. The ideal candidate will use dance as a tool for creative expression, student engagement, and youth development, thriving in collaborative environments and committed to high-quality, inclusive arts programming.

Requirements

AA Degree in Child Development or a related field is preferred or minimum of one year of experience as a group leader working with children and 6 units in child development.
WR will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for ALL employees providing any in-person work with staff or clients.
Experience across multiple dance genres: Folklorico, Hip-Hop, Modern, and Cheer
Enthusiastic to work well with youth development staff and/or youth.
Good oral and written communication.
Ability to travel to the various regions that have Woodcraft Rangers programs to support or deliver in person training. Regions would include San Fernando Valley, South Los Angeles, West Los Angeles, San Gabriel Valley, Southeast LA and Downtown areas.
Computer literacy and willingness to learn.
Stable Internet Access
Valid LIVE Scan

Nice To Haves

Strong specialization in dance, including folklórico, hip-hop, modern, and related styles.
Technical expertise and cultural awareness in dance.
Instructional and facilitation skills.
Commitment to supporting high-quality, inclusive arts programming.
Alignment with the organization’s values and culture.
Motivation to inspire students, support frontline staff, and contribute to a dynamic, student-centered expanded learning environment.

Responsibilities

Identify or develop curriculum material in support of high-quality visual arts programming and staff development.
Identify or develop and facilitate/deliver training material in support of high-quality programming and staff development.
Evolve and facilitate/deliver existing training as part of staff support, including ongoing New Hire Orientation and additional follow-up training as needed.
Research best practices in youth development to inform development and ongoing curriculum and training evolution.
Collaborate with Learning Team and Program Team to identify organizational, program, and team needs.
Collaborate with Learning Team and Program Team to coordinate training logistics.
Collaborate with Program Team to coordinate events/field trips for performing arts and/or visual arts programs.
Identify and coordinate potential partners that would provide training for staff.
Lead any “train-the-trainer” academies and/or trainings that may be needed.
Development and implementation of program support tools and resources as needed.
Work with VAPA Manager to set targets, manage projects, and evaluate progress and impact.
Participate in staff development training as required, approximately 40 hours /year.
Ensure program compliance and program quality is met according to funding, partner and WR guidelines and requirements.
Other related duties.