West La Extended Day

AFTER SCHOOL LEADER

West LA Extended Day is looking for enthusiastic, dependable, and caring After School Leaders to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. You'll work with elementary-aged students in a fun, supportive environment while leading activities, helping with homework, supervising play, and helping create a safe and positive after-school experience.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, approximately 1:30 PM-6:00 PM

Pay: $19-$22/hour, based on experience and qualifications

Location: WISH Charter Elementary, Westchester, CA

Position: Part-time

What you'll do:

• Supervise elementary-aged students and maintain a safe, positive environment
• Lead games, sports, arts and crafts, recreation, and enrichment activities
• Assist students with homework and learning activities
• Support positive behavior and appropriate student discipline
• Supervise indoor and outdoor activities
• Monitor student arrival, attendance, and dismissal
• Communicate professionally with parents, teachers, and staff
• Prepare and distribute snacks
• Maintain basic program records and help keep program areas organized
• Provide basic first aid and follow established health and safety procedures as needed

What we're looking for:

Someone that is:

• Dependable, patient, positive, and comfortable working with children
• Able to supervise and lead groups of elementary-aged students
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience working with children is preferred

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 6 (but ideally 12) college semester units in any combination of Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Recreation, or a related field
• Ability to complete LiveScan/background clearance before employment
• Ability to provide required TB clearance before employment
• Reliable transportation/ability to report to the Westchester location
• Availability Monday–Friday during program hours

Preferred

• Experience working with elementary-aged children in an after-school program, classroom, camp, recreation program, tutoring, coaching, or similar setting
• Additional coursework in education, child development, psychology, social work, recreation, or a related field

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position involves working in both classroom and playground environments and may require standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and lifting throughout the workday. Must be able to lift and carry recreation, instructional supplies, and other materials weighing up to 40 pounds.

Why Join West LA Extended Day?

• Consistent weekday, part-time schedule
• Gain hands-on experience working with elementary-aged children
• Build leadership, communication, and classroom management skills
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Great experience for students pursuing Education, Child Development, Psychology, Social Work, Recreation, or related fields
• Make a positive impact in students’ lives

Ready to Apply?

Apply today to join the West LA Extended Day team for the 2026–2027 school year. We’d love to meet you!

About us
West LA Extended Day provides before and after-school care for students at WISH Charter Elementary in Westchester, CA—just minutes from Loyola Marymount University and LAX.
Our goal is simple: create a safe, supportive, and fun environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive

Why You'll Love This Job
● Starting pay: $19+/hour (based on experience and qualifications)
● Consistent part-time schedule
● Great experience for Education, Child Development, Psychology, Social Work, and related
majors
● Build leadership, communication, and classroom management skills
● Make a real impact in children's lives
● Friendly, supportive team environment
● Convenient location near LMU