Mariachi Instructor - After-School Program (Moreno Valley)

Woodcraft Rangers; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation & sick time

Lifecraft program – college & career

Upward mobility

Health, dental & vision

403(b) retirement plan

Pet insurance

Job summary

Woodcraft Rangers in Moreno Valley is seeking a Mariachi Instructor and After-School Program Leader for Cloverdale Elementary. This part-time role offers an hourly range of $40-$45 and operates weekday afternoons (roughly 15–20 hours per week) in a supportive, youth-focused program.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of Mariachi teaching or performance experience and can engage students in a safe, inclusive setting. Competitive pay, benefits, and Lifecraft college access are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience performing or teaching Mariachi.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mariachi across guitarrón, vihuela, violín, trumpet, and acoustic guitar, adapting lessons to varying skill levels.
• Track daily attendance and participant engagement.
• Report to the Site Coordinator and Program Manager on assigned duties.
• Attend off-site field trips and trainings as required.

Skills

Mariachi instruction

Classroom management

Public speaking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Mariachi Instructor - After-School Program Leader (Moreno Valley)

Reports to: EnrichmentCoordinator

HourlyRange: $40-$45

Status: Part-time, non-exempt

Schedule:

• Days: Monday–Friday
• Hours: Approximately 3 hours per day (about 15-20 hours per week)
• Shift window: Between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM; exact times vary by school site’s program schedule

Location: Cloverdale Elementary,12050 Kitching St, Moreno Valley, CA 92557

Are you passionate about giving back to your community andmaking a lasting difference in the lives of young people?

WhoWe Are:

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 are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path.

What We Do:

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 offerLifeCraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately2,250staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than30,000 youth ages 4 to 18 each year across 150 plus Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, and continues to expand its reach.

Ideal Candidate:

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 individualpossesses. Individuals need to be comfortableto presentandspeakin front of staff and peers during in-person training.

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers:

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation& sick time – generous time off to recharge
• Lifecraftprogram – free college & career advancement for all staff
• Upward mobility – promote-from-within culture
• Health, dental & vision – comprehensive benefits coverage
• 403(b) retirementplan – invest in your future
• Pet insurance– because your whole family matters
• Mission-driven work – impact 30,000 + young people annually

Role Overview:

Club Leadersare responsible forensuring a fun and positive learning environment for club participants and will support clubs of approximately 20 children. Club leadershave the opportunity togrow, connect,playand have the greatest impact on each of their club participants. Other members of the team include a site coordinator, who oversees theprogramand a community liaison who supports the site coordinator. All staff can choose between workinginschool sites, sleepaway camp, or both.

Responsibilities:

• Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all program participants, staff, and families — both physically and emotionally.
• Teach and lead Mariachiinstructionacross guitarrón, vihuela,violín, trumpet, and acoustic guitar, adapting lessons to varying skill levels. Vocal instruction is a plus.
• Minimum 1 year of experience performing or teaching Mariachirequired.
• Design and lead fun, age-appropriate program activities aligned with a whole-child approach (social-emotional learning, skill building, self-esteem, leadership), using WR’s activity catalog as a resource.
• Track daily attendance and participant engagement, ensuring active involvement in program activities.
• Build positive relationships with participants, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Partner with colleagues and your supervisor to plan culminating events thatshowcaseparticipants’ work and achievements.
• Request materials ahead of time so the Site Coordinator can keep supplies stocked and on budget.
• Stay current on safety protocols, trainings, and certifications, and follow all emergency procedures.
• Attend off-site field trips and staff developmenttrainingsasrequired(~15 hours across weekends/inter-sessional days in spring).
• Report to the Site Coordinator and Program Manager on assigned duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience working with High School children in school or recreational settings.
• Experience supporting students with intellectual/development disabilities
• Understanding of inclusive practices and various disabilities.
• Valid FBI & DOJ Livescan clearance.
• Current TB Test clearance.
• First Aid & CPR certification (can be provided by WoodcraftRangers).
• CPI Certification (can be provided by Woodcraft Rangers)
• Must successfully pass anassessmentevaluating skills in math, reading comprehension, and spelling.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required to:

• Stand
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel and use a computer.
• Frequently required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment:

• We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and will actively consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to effectively perform their roles. This positionoperatesin environments typical of the following key aspects:
• Active school site and program settings with indoor/outdoor activities.
• A collaborative team-based environment working closelywith stiestaff and students.
• Interaction with children, families, and partner school personnel.

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 breastfeeding), 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 theperceptionthat anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.