Elementary School - Afterschool & Enrichment Program Leader

Elementary School•Madison, WI

4d•$16 - $17

About The Position

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses. As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more! Want to get paid to play? MSCR is looking for dedicated and reliable staff who want to make a positive impact on their community. This job is for creative, caring and reliable people with lots of energy, patience, and a willingness to create fun and safe opportunities for all things “kid”- arts & crafts, sports, games, reading and more! Great entry level position for those pursuing teaching, social work, and other related fields. Paid professional development and staff training are provided. Opportunities to continue employment into summer. Come join us!

Requirements

Can keep kids interested and engaged with fun, inclusive and creative lesson plans
Reliable and stays in touch
Can adapt quickly and remain calm in serious situations
Wants to learn new skills to support our students and their experience
High school student or older

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in a similar role
Tutoring
Classroom support experience
Bilingual in Spanish or Hmong
CPR, First aid
Bachelor's Degree or some college

Responsibilities

Planning and leading academic, enrichment and recreation classroom and outdoor activities for up to 20 students at a time after school
Helping students with math and reading skills
Supporting students' wellbeing and safety in the classroom
Helping students calm down when upset and problem solve
Supervise students on field trips, including swimming and outdoor activities
Keep students safe and accounted for at all times
Maintain a clean and organized classroom
Communicate with supervisor and coworkers as needed
Interact with parents as needed
Other duties as assigned