After-School Program Leader (Floater) – Echo Park

Guiding young people as; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 31,016,664 - 38,736,734; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Lifecraft

Upward Mobility

Career development

Lasting positive impact on youth

Job summary

Woodcraft Rangers is seeking an After-School Program Leader (Floater) to provide flexible support across multiple Los Angeles program sites. You will step into Club Leader responsibilities as needed to cover staff absences and enrollment changes, helping to maintain a fun, safe learning environment for about 20 children.

The role requires adaptability, willingness to travel between sites, and availability for variable scheduling.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster a safe and supportive environment for students.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Math/reading spelling assessment

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate's degree in Child Development/Education or related field

Job description

After‑School Program Leader (Floater)

Pay Range: $21.63 – $26.12
Status: Part‑time
Schedule: 20‑25 hours/week; shifts vary by location
Reports to: Site Coordinator
Program hours of operation: 1:00pm – 5:00/6:00 PM (varies per location)
Locations: Los Angeles — Echo Park, Pico Union & Koreatown

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers

• Sick time
• Lifecraft
• Upward Mobility
• Career development
• The opportunity to create a lasting positive impact on youth within your community.

Role Overview

The Club Leader Floater position provides flexible support across assigned program sites by stepping into Club Leader responsibilities as needed to address staff absences, coverage gaps, and fluctuating enrollment. This role requires adaptability, willingness to work at different locations, and availability for short‑notice scheduling based on program needs. Hours are not guaranteed and will vary depending on enrollment and operational demand. Club Leader Floaters play a key role in creating a fun, safe, and engaging learning environment for participants, supporting groups of approximately 20 children.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; an Associate’s degree in Child Development, Education, or a related field is preferred.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
• Willingness and ability to travel between assigned program sites as needed. Travel is typically limited to one site per day.
• Experience working in expanded learning programs, after‑school programs, or youth recreation settings preferred.
• Previous experience working with K‑12 students in academic, recreational, or youth development settings preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and work with children and youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to successfully pass an assessment evaluating math, reading comprehension, and spelling skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and a willingness to learn new systems and technology.

Work Environment

• Frequent standing is required during working hours.
• Regular use of hands for various tasks, such as operating a computer and handling objects, is essential.
• Frequently required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

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.