Woodcraft Rangers·Long Beach, California
Club Leaders create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for groups of approximately 20 elementary students. They develop and lead age-appropriate activities aligned with a whole-child approach while monitoring attendance and engagement.
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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.
Club Leaders are responsible for ensuring a fun and positive learning environment for participants and will support clubs of approximately 20 children. Club leaders have the opportunity to grow, connect, play and have the greatest impact on each of their participants. Other members of the team include a site coordinator, who oversees the program and a community liaison who supports the site coordinator.
Foster a safe and supportive environment for students, both physically and emotionally.
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful culture that values diversity among participants, staff, and families.
Plan and lead fun, engaging, age-appropriate activities that support whole-child development, including social-emotional learning, skill building, self-confidence, and leadership. Activity planning resources are provided.
Monitor student attendance and participation to ensure consistent engagement in program activities.
Build and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, families, and other stakeholders.
Collaborate with fellow staff and supervisors to plan culminating events and activities that celebrate participants' achievements and accomplishments.
Request program materials in a timely manner to ensure availability and adherence to budget guidelines.
Comply with all safety procedures, emergency protocols, required trainings, and certification requirements.
Participate in off-site field trips as needed.
Maintain accurate student attendance records and submit them daily.
Attend required professional development and staff training sessions, totaling approximately 15 hours throughout the spring and scheduled across weekends and intersession days.
Work closely with the Site Coordinator and Program Manager to fulfill assigned responsibilities and support program goals.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Ideally, we are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, energetic, ambitious, proactive, and positive, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Multi-tasking and attention to detail must be strengths this individual possesses. Individuals need to be comfortable to present and speak in front of staff and peers during in-person training.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following physical demands may be essential for the effective performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and will actively consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to effectively perform their roles. This position operates in environments typical of the following key aspects:
Regular exposure to computer monitors during work.
The typical noise level of a standard work environment.
Stable internet access is required for effective work-from-home performance.
Hybrid schedule with in-office days at the assigned office location and remote work days; specific cadence determined by supervisor.
Woodcraft Rangers provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief, color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, transitioning status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. We also prohibit discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
Market context
In Long Beach, after-school program leader roles are typically in demand where schools and community programs need reliable support for student supervision and enrichment. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma or GED, prefer child development coursework, and require current Live Scan, TB clearance, CPR certification, and a basic skills assessment. If you are considering applying, confirm your certifications are current and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
