Visual Arts and Performing Arts Associate Job at Woodcraft Rangers in Los Angele

Visual Arts and Performing Arts Associate

Job Title: Visual Arts and Performing Arts Associate

Organization: Woodcraft Rangers

Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. We aim to support youth development through inclusive, youth-led programs and a holistic framework. We serve more than 20,000 youth ages 4-18 annually in 110+ Title I schools across LA County.

Role Overview

The Visual and Performing Arts Associate is responsible for supporting expanded learning staff with curriculum and training to ensure the delivery of high-quality programming for visual arts clubs. The VAPA Associate will research and identify emerging practices in visual arts to develop curriculum that supports high quality program implementation. The VAPA Associate will work as part of the Learning & Development Team to develop training on topics such as sketching, arts and crafts, drawing, painting, and 3D printing. The role includes collaboration with visual arts leaders to design training and curriculum for new VAPA Club Leaders and delivering training in person or remotely. This is a hybrid position with work at the Woodcraft Rangers main office, school sites, and remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop curriculum material in support of high-quality visual arts programming and staff development.
• Identify, develop, and facilitate/deliver training material for high-quality programming and staff development.
• Evolve and facilitate/deliver existing trainings as part of staff support, including New Hire Orientation and follow-up trainings.
• Research best practices in youth development to inform curriculum and training evolution.
• Collaborate with Learning Team and Program Team to identify organizational, program, and team needs.
• Coordinate training logistics with the Learning Team and Program Team.
• Coordinate events/field trips for visual arts and/or performing arts programs with the Program Team.
• Identify and coordinate potential partners to provide staff training.
• Lead train-the-trainer academies and trainings as needed.
• Develop and implement program support tools and resources as needed.
• Work with VAPA Manager to set targets, manage projects, and evaluate progress and impact.
• Participate in staff development trainings as required (approximately 40 hours per year).
• Ensure program compliance and quality according to funding, partner, and Woodcraft Rangers guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

• AA Degree in Child Development or related field is preferred, or minimum of one year of experience as a group leader working with children and 6 child development units.
• Enthusiastic about working with youth development staff and/or youth.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Ability to travel to Woodcraft Rangers program sites across regions (e.g., San Fernando Valley, South Los Angeles, West Los Angeles, San Gabriel Valley, Southeast LA, Downtown).
• Computer literacy and willingness to learn; stable internet access.
• Valid LIVE Scan.

Skills

Detail-oriented, energetic, ambitious, proactive, and positive; able to work independently and collaboratively; comfortable presenting and speaking in front of staff and peers during trainings.

Physical Demands

Following ADA guidelines, essential duties may include:

• Frequent standing during work hours.
• Ability to travel across the greater Los Angeles area several times per month.
• Regular use of hands for computer work and handling objects.
• Occasional lifting/moving up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment

Includes regular computer use, standard office environment, and remote work with stable internet access as needed.

Status and Compensation

Status: Full-time; Non-Exempt

Hourly Range: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Hours of Operation: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (with some weekends as needed)

Location: Los Angeles (Little Tokyo Office)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woodcraft Rangers provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without discrimination. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also prohibit discrimination based on the perception of such characteristics.

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