Camp Leader - Summer Day Camp

Job Title and Details Camp Leader – Pay Range: $21.00 - $25.36 Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt Schedule: 20-25 hours/week; shifts vary by location and may include evenings, weekends, and required trainings. Reports to: Camp Coordinator Program Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM – 5:00/6:00 PM (varies per location) Locations: LAUSD (SFV, South LA, South Gate, Huntington Park, West LA/Westwood), Garvey Elementary School District (Rosemead/San Gabriel/Monterey Park), Green Dot Public Schools (LA), Inner City Education Foundation (View Park), Aspire Public Schools, Brightstar Schools, Camino Nuevo Charter Academy, Lennox School District (Lennox), Pomona Unified School District (Pomona), ABC Unified School District (Cerritos) and Hawthorne Unified School District (Hawthorne). Job Summary Camp Leaders are responsible for ensuring a fun and positive learning environment for campers and will support clubs of approximately 20 children. Camp leaders have the opportunity to grow, connect, play and have the greatest impact on each of their camper’s summer. Other members of the team include a camp coordinator, who oversees the program and a community liaison who supports the camp coordinator. All camp staff can choose between working in day camps, sleepaway camp, or both. The Camp Leader position is an on-site position, including attending training at the Woodcraft Rangers main office in Little Tokyo and school sites. Role Overview Ensure students are in a safe environment (physically and emotionally). Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity for all program participants, staff, and families. Develop and lead age-appropriate program activities that are fun, engaging and aligned with whole-child approach (social emotional learning, skill building, self-esteem, leadership, etc.). WR has an activity catalog to support the development of activity plans. Monitor participant attendance and engagement to ensure participants are present and actively engaged in program activities. Build positive relationships with program participants, colleagues, and all stakeholders. Collaborate with colleagues and supervisor to develop culminating activities or events that showcase all participants work and accomplishments. Request required materials in a timely manner so Camp Coordinator can ensure materials are available when needed and within budget. Comply 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. Maintain and submit student attendance daily. Participate in staff development trainings as required, approximately 15 hours spread out over multiple weekends/intersessional days throughout the spring. Camp Leaders are accountable to the Camp Coordinator and Program Manager for assigned duties. Other related duties as assigned. 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. 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 individual possesses. Individuals need to be comfortable to present and speak in front of staff and peers during in‑person training. Requirements Knowledge and experience working in expanded learning programs or youth recreational facilities. Minimum High School Diploma or GED (AA Degree in Child Development or related field preferred); prior experience working with groups of K‑12 students in an academic or recreational setting preferred. Work well with young children and/or youth. Good oral and written communication. Computer literacy and willingness to learn. Valid LIVE Scan, TB Clearance, and CPR Certification. 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. Physical Demands 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. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 employee is regularly exposed to a computer monitor. The noise level reflects typical work environment for job description. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr