Professional Expert (clubs) – Asp

The Los Angeles Conservation Corps seeks a Professional Expert for its After School Program, providing enrichment activities to elementary and middle school students. Responsibilities include leading high-quality activities, mentoring students, and maintaining attendance records. Candidates should be recognized professionals in fields like performing arts or fine arts. The position is contract-based, requiring 3-15 hours per week, with a pay rate of $30 per hour.
The LA Conservation Corps After School Program operates extended day academic and enrichment activities at elementary and middle schools throughout the diverse communities of Los Angeles. Providing services to more than 4,500 children and youth daily, Program Leaders mentor and offer expanded learning and enrichment opportunities to meet the needs of students, parents, schools and communities.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Professional Expert brings a particularly high skill level and expertise to an after-school activity. The Professional Expert is recognized in his/her field as highly qualified. Examples include professional musicians, professional artists, or professional dance instructors for after-school academic enrichment (club) activities for elementary and middle school students.

Essential Responsibilities
• Provides professional expertise to middle school students as part of comprehensive after school experience.
• Leads high quality enrichment activity.
• Accurately completes and maintains rosters and daily sign-ins (if assigned).
• Mentors and acts as positive role model for student participants.

Interests and Abilities
• Performing Arts: Dance, drama, music
• Fine Arts: Painting, drawing, sculpting
• Communications: Filmmaking, journalism
• Other fields as approved by Director

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
• Recognized professional in chosen field
• Demonstrated ability to work well with K-12 children and youth
• Commitment to education

Education/Experience: Recognized as professional expert in the field.

Other Duties and Requirements
• Pass a post-offer Live Scan (fingerprint/background clearance-Department of Justice) and drug test before commencing employment.
• Reference checks will be conducted; employment is contingent upon receipt of acceptable references.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation

Employment Status: Contract employee
Period of Contract: TBD
Hours: 3-15 hours per week
Compensation: $30 per hour, no benefits

Complete application and provide resume and cover letter at www.lacorps.org. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States.