Program Leader Job at LA Conservation Corps
LA Conservation Corps Los Angeles, CA 90012
The LA Conservation Corps (“the Corps”) is a private, non-profit organization that has helped at-risk young adults develop themselves since 1986. To date, more than 20,000 young people have participated in the Corps classes and service projects, learning new skills while contributing to the quality of life for residents of the greater Los Angeles area.
MISSION
The primary mission of the LA Conservation Corps is to provide at-risk young adults with opportunities for success through job skills training, education and work experience with an emphasis on conservation and service projects that benefit the community.
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Site Supervisor and Program Coordinator, the Program Leader implements homework assistance and after-school academic enrichment (club) activities for elementary and middle school students.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide academic assistance to middle school students as part of comprehensive after school experience.
- Lead enrichment activities that connects academic learning and club activity in creative, innovative and fun way.
- Recruit and maintain minimum number of participating students.
- Accurately complete and maintain daily sign-ins.
- Ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
- Attend occasional Saturday/weekday trainings.
- Mentor and act as positive role model for student participants.
- Other duties as assigned.
INTERESTS AND ABILITIES – We are seeking program leaders with skills in one of the following:
- Performing Arts: Dance, drama, music, drill team experience
- Fine Arts: Painting, drawing, sculpting, clay, crafts
- Communications: Photography, videography, journalism
- S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)
- Computers and technology
- Sports – coaching and creating team activities for large groups of students
- Ability to work with diverse populations and motivate adults to meet program goals.
- Demonstrate ability to work well with school-aged youth.
- Responsible, professional, organized and multi-task oriented.
- Able to independently conduct and facilitate professional and productive working environment.
- Ability to build rapport with all stakeholders.
- Ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written) characterized by actively listening and ensuring respectful two-way communication.
- Demonstrate sensitivity, understanding, and the ability to effectively interact with individuals (internal and external) from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, disability and ethnic backgrounds.
- Demonstrate strong time management skills and a high level of attention to detail.
- Demonstrate a high level of accountability, responsibility and dependability.
- Demonstrate teamwork through cooperation and collaboration with others.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude, self-discipline and self-awareness.
- Ability to accept, direct and perform responsibilities and assigned tasks as a team member in support of the overall project.
- Ability to structure tasks, establish priorities and set goals.
- Ability to effectively perform the physical requirements of the job, as well as train others in the same.
- Ability to work independently.
- Intermediate level of computer skills (Microsoft Office environment including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), software knowledge and Internet research ability.
- High level of interpersonal skills, integrity and the ability to keep information confidential.
- Uses good judgment; evaluates alternatives in the achievement of quality outcomes.
- Results-/Solution-oriented; flexible.
- Passion for the Corps and ability to articulate its mission.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- AA degree and/or currently attending college.
- Responsible, reliable, dependable, organized and professional.
- Demonstrated ability to work well with K-12 children and youth.
- Commitment to education.
OTHER DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS
- Must be COVID-19 fully vaccinated and be able to provide supporting documentation.
- Pass a post-offer Live Scan (fingerprint/background clearance-Department of Justice) before commencing employment.
- Employment in this position is contingent on continuance of funding for the program.
WORK SCHEDULE:
- Traditional Schools - 180 days of school year per contract (LAUSD 2022/2023)
- 15-18 hours a week; Monday through Friday. (Additional hours possible)
- Monday thru Friday / 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (additional hours required at some schools)
- Occasional Saturday Morning Professional Development Trainings
WAGES, BENEFITS AND EVALUATIONS:
- Employment Status: Contract Employee
- Hourly Rate Range: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour
- Benefits are not provided for contract employees.
- Performance reviews will be conducted by Program Coordinator
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Apply for this position at: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=DB02AD47710D61F117AB3FE01B37BBC6&session_nonce=346aaa566a1d33f2ae63a5315202781d.
The Los Angeles Conservation Corps only employs individuals who are lawfully authorized to work in the United States.You will be requested to complete an application at a later date if you are chosen for an interview. Based upon a review of your application and supportive information, applicants will be considered for the interview portion. The interview will cover education and experience requirements. Applicants who need reasonable accommodations to apply or interview for this position must notify Human Resources at least four (4) business days before the closing date of the position or, if applicable, at the time an interview is scheduled.
AAO/EEO STATEMENT
It is the policy of LA Conservation Corps to seek and employ qualified workforce at all locations, job sites, and facilities, and to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees in recruiting, hiring, placement, training, compensation and benefits, promotion, transfer, and termination.
LA Conservation Corps Equal Opportunity Employer
www.lacorps.org
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