REC - Program Instructor, Afterschool Program (THURSDAY ONLY)

City of Sun Prairie•Sun Prairie, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the leadership of the School Based Recreation Coordinator, this position implements program-specific curriculum and leads a section of our enrichment based afterschool program on site at a Sun Prairie Elementary school. The selected candidate would oversee TAP at Horizon Elementary School for the 2026-2027 academic year. Our Thursday Afterschool Program meets once per week on Thursday afternoons throughout the school year and follows a structured schedule that consists of active play on the playground, table top games, snack, and a daily craft or STEM project.

Requirements

Minimum of 1+ years of working with youth/adults in a childcare/recreation setting required
Must be 18 years of age or older
Ability and willingness to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions
Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, supervisor(s) and the public, and to deal with them in a courteous and tactful manner
Strong oral communication skills
Ability and willingness to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
Ability and willingness to supervise and maintain control of participants in a group and/or 1-on-1 setting
Ability and willingness to keep accurate records and complete any necessary paperwork

Nice To Haves

Previous instruction or coaching experience preferred
Completed coursework in Early Childhood Education, Elementary or Secondary Education, Recreation or Sports Management or related coursework preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead, demonstrate and instruct participants in recreation programs and activities.
Provide an interactive, positive, fun and safe environment for the participants while effectively teaching provided lesson plans
Assist in the development of program curriculum and lesson plans
Supervise all participants
Listen, respond and answer questions and concerns from parents and participants
Provide clear communication to and from coordinator, participants and parents
Provide direction and support for Program Assistant(s)
Attend all required meetings and trainings
Other duties as assigned
Assist in setting up and cleaning up the facility/equipment
Notify coordinator of problems and concerns regarding equipment, facilities, participants and/or spectators
Distribute any needed supplies or information to participants/parents
Complete time card on time and hand into the coordinator
Arrive on time, dressed appropriately according to the dress code and ready to interact with coworkers, participants and parents